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Your shopping list keeps inflating as you think of extra people to buy gifts for like your boss, co-workers, or that aunt who rarely visits. Let us save you that fifth trip to the mall. For under $10, you can buy more than one good luck charm to give as a meaningful present or stocking surprise. They say good things come in small packages.

For those worried about evil spirits, get them reassurance in the form of incense. Rooted in Buddhism, these sticks, made from aromatic gums, are thought to purify the air when burned. In feudal times, both the rich and poor could afford them. Among the many scents we offer in our incense section— pine, jasmine, rose, and amber. Incense also facilitates mediation which is helpful during moments of stress. For under $3, you can get a box of 50 sticks. Furthermore, our affordable incense burners, made from either ceramics or Korean celadon, make ideal complementing gifts.

Whether shopping for an elderly relative or a friend fascinated by Asian cuisine, you can pleasantly surprise them with a well-crafted pair of chopsticks that also sends a thoughtful message. We have slender and smooth chopsticks that are adorned with the Chinese character for longevity in a shiny gold hue. Pick from red or white. In keeping with the optimism theme, you can throw in a black pair of embossed with the Chinese word for fortune in gold. They are only sold by individual pairs.

If you plan to buy one pair of chopsticks, it is only natural to match it with a chopstick rest. Chopstick rests make charming and handy tokens of affection for people who enjoy hosting dinner parties. You can articulate good luck blessings with our Welcome Cat Chopstick Rest. Available in both black and white, each rest is shaped like Japan’s notorious Maneki Neko cat. More iconic than Hello Kitty, the calico kitty’s ever-raised left paw is thought to bring in good business, while the right paw supposedly summons financial rewards. We also have rests inscribed with Asian characters representing long life—something everyone wants. For just a few more dollars, you can get a five-pair set of Maneki Neko chopsticks made with wood or bamboo.

Giving a present that is based on their date of birth always shows careful thought on the part of the giver. Demonstrate the fun of Chinese astrology by giving someone one of our Chinese zodiac charms in our specialty gifts section. A festive red cord threads a jade image of the zodiac animal, as well as three traditional Chinese coins. These dangling charms are said to bring good luck. They are perfect for a keychain or a rearview mirror decoration. Our product descriptions offer brief explanations about the significance and qualities associated with each zodiac creature.

In Japan, the New Year typically brings gifts of Daruma dolls as symbols of good luck. According to legend, Daruma was born when the Indian Buddhist monk, Bodhidharma, spent nine years meditating in a cave. In the process, his arms and legs withered away—which explains why most Daruma figures are constructed without limbs. The beliefs in Daruma permeated into Japanese and Chinese culture. Our papier-mâché Daruma dolls make excellent holiday presents for people starting new businesses or ventures. They are available in different dimensions and colors. They also bear different characters for words like fortune, luck, and prosperity. Anyone on the receiving end of this gift will enjoy the cultural significance and the satisfaction of customarily painting on eyes when their wishes finally come true.

Similar in purpose to the Daruma, our Maneki Neko dolls also make attractive and sentimental gifts. We have them in white, red, black, and pink. For less than $20, you can get a feline figurine for as tall as seven inches. People can put them on their desk, night stand, or by the door and hope for the best. The bright-colored dolls will surely captivate children.

Stonesoap chops are an elegant way to send someone positive thoughts. Carved in China’s Fu Jian Province, each stone stamp has been etched with a Chinese character. Some of the words immortalized as chops include fortune, love, and double happiness. Stamp greeting cards, letters, or any stationery to pass along optimism. In addition, every set already comes with a red ink pad and wooden stand. Packaged in a red, silk-lined box, the whole thing is practically almost gift-wrapped. 

Our line of lucky dishware is also teeming with gift possibilities. Bring good things to the table in the form of our Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity tableware set. These sleek, black rice bowls are made from stone. Each one sports a Chinese character in white strokes signifying one of these values. Wooden chopsticks come with the four-bowl set. Being black and white, the rice bowls go with just about any tableware.

Another luminous dish that extols wishes for success is our seven-inch Lime Crackle Stone Bowl. Buffed with a lime-green, crackle glaze and made from genuine stone, this serving bowl’s interior has been etched with the Chinese characters for fortune, prosperity, longevity, and happiness. The symbols are neatly and symmetrically placed. To spice it up as a gift, stuff the bowl with a favorite Asian snack or tea canisters like those available in our grocery section.

The prosperity-fortune-longevity threesome also makes appearances on our sake ware. Several of our sets have the Chinese character for at least one of these virtues etched on either the ceramic sake jug or cups. All our jugs and accompanying cups have a smooth or matte finish. The serving jugs are uniquely curved and, apart from serving sake, make superb table and kitchen decorations. If you desire a sake set that encompasses all these values simultaneously, look at our Four-Character Sake Set. Slightly costlier than $20, this polished, purple set has each quality inscribed in Chinese on each side of the matching bottle. And there’s no better occasion than the holidays or the New Year to toast fortune and success. In the spirit of wooing luck, also consider our Lucky Cat Sake Set. If you can spare another dollar, look at our Gold Maneki Neko Black Sake Set.

If you’re looking to take a walk on the extravagant side, one of our classier table runners just may do the trick. Dripping in burgundy and dark brown, our Chrysanthemum Longevity Table Cloth will dress up the plainest table. The Chinese symbol for long-life and blooming ivory chrysanthemums subtly pepper the middle. Royal purple tassels dangle from both ends, giving the cloth a regal touch. No dinner party host would hesitate to unfurl this table cloth.

Some of our elegant tea sets beautifully reflect themes of hope and optimism. Choose from a deep purple or cinnamon color for our Fortunes Tea Set. In both assortments, the Chinese words for fortune and longevity grace the teapots and their matching cups. For full functionality, the teapots have built-in infusers. If you want something with a little more subtle color, consider our Fortune, Prosperity & Happiness Tea Set. This special earthenware tea set has been hand-glazed and fired. The Chinese symbols for fortune, prosperity, and happiness are depicted in black calligraphy. Any of these sets would be a well-received surprise under a layer of wrapping paper.

Anyone will feel golden when they get their hands on one of our most elaborate pieces of Yixing tea ware. A decorative and functional gem, our Treasure Chest Yixing Teapot is made from clay. But few could guess that from the incredible craftsmanship of the wood-colored exterior and attached gold emblems. Like a real chest, the lid has a rectangular shape and a handle emblazoned with the Chinese word for fortune. What makes Yixing teapots a special treasure is how the unglazed clay surface absorbs flavor with each brew.