A Must-Read for Men! Gift-Giving Tips for Women from Kubokawa

1. The Basics of Gift Selection: Points to Consider
— Easy to carry for women, with a manageable size and weight.
— Items that can be easily incorporated into the recipient's daily life.
— Not excessively expensive.
By keeping these three points in mind, you're unlikely to go wrong with your gift selection.

If a gift is too expensive, it can make the recipient feel hesitant or awkward.
Considering the context of White Day, items ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand yen would strike a good balance.

2. Intermediate Level: Nail these points to avoid mistakes!
If you know the recipient's hobbies and preferences, you have a wide range of choices. However,
if you're unsure of their tastes, it's better to opt for consumable items like bath salts, bath oils, or candles, rather than gifts that leave a lasting impression.

3. Advanced Level: Gifts that truly please women
If you can choose a gift that has some connection, however small, to the recipient, I believe they will be even more delighted.
For example, for a woman who primarily works at a desk, consider a pen she can use daily or an eye pillow to soothe tired eyes.
For a woman who loves to travel, perhaps bath salts from a faraway land. If you can select something related to their lifestyle,
they will surely appreciate the thought and time you put into choosing the gift.

■ Recommended Francfranc Gift Items – Under ¥1,500 –
・Nini Fragrance Scrub & Bath Salts ¥350 (incl. tax) *per item, 4 types available
— Points of Selection —
At this affordable price, it's best to present multiple scents rather than just one.
It's an item that could spark conversation later, like 'Which scent did you like best?'

・Peligri Crystal Beads Eye Pillow Pink ¥900 (incl. tax)
— Points of Selection —
An eye pillow that can be used warm or cold is a welcome item.
It's an item that will be appreciated every time she uses it to soothe her eyes, tired from the blue light of PCs and smartphones.

・Nini Aromatic Bath Salts Aroma Mix ¥1,300 (incl. tax), 4 types available
— Points of Selection —
These bath salts, made with salt from Lake Urmia, are visually beautiful with their contrast of salt and herbs.
It's an item to gift to women who love baths and travel, allowing them to enjoy an exotic experience in their own bathtub.

■ Kubokawa's Select Francfranc Gift Items – ¥1,500 and up –
・Letizia Bath Fragrance Flower Box Pink ¥1,500 (incl. tax)
— Points of Selection —
A bath additive filled with flower-shaped pieces in a box, enjoyable even before use.
Furthermore, when used, the petals can be floated to create a flower bath, offering
an ultimate visual and olfactory sensory experience.

・Manoir Sachet Pink Fig & Green Tea ¥1,600 (incl. tax)
— Points of Selection —
A solid sachet that easily adds fragrance.
Even for a woman who has a specific scent preference for her room,
this can be hung in a dresser or shoe box, or placed in small spaces to enjoy.

・Lucio Brightening Mirror II S ¥2,000 (incl. tax)
— Points of Selection —
A lighted mirror, akin to a mini Hollywood mirror. Its simple design means
it will blend seamlessly into any room's decor.
Any woman would be happy to receive a mirror that reflects beautifully.

・Dip Desk Pen White ¥3,000 (incl. tax)
— Points of Selection —
A desk pen in copper, one of the trend colors for interior accessories.
It would be a perfect fit next to the monitor she views every day.
A woman who is sensitive to trends will surely respond to this color.

Interior & Prop Stylist: Katsuya Kubokawa Profile

Born in Yamanashi Prefecture in 1974.
An interior stylist with extensive knowledge not only of interiors but also of products in general, including cars, home appliances, and stationery.
While studying at Vantan Design Institute's Interior Department, he apprenticed under space planner Tamako Akamatsu before embarking on his career as an interior stylist. He became independent in 2002 and, as an interior & prop stylist responsible for props and set styling, has worked on interior corners for TV programs and interior pages for magazines.
In addition to styling for magazines and TV, he also handles window displays, model rooms for condominiums, and event decorations. He moved to the UK in 2011.
After a year and a half in the UK, he returned to Tokyo in 2013 and continues his active career. He is also an adjunct lecturer at Toyo University's Faculty of Human Life Design.