PM Modi’s gifts to Prime Minister of Japan and his wife

On a two-day visit to Japan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Ramen Bowls with Chopsticks to his Japanese counterpart and a Pashimina Shawl in Papier mache box for his wife on Saturday (August 30, 2025).

PM Modi visit to Japan and China

Mr. Modi left for China to attend the SCO summit after wrapping up a two-day visit to Japan. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister travelled to Sendai in the Japanese prefecture of Miyagi to visit a semiconductor plant.

Ramen Bowls with Chopsticks

The Vintage Precious Stone Bowls set with Silver Chopsticks is a blend of Indian artistry and Japanese culinary tradition. Featuring a large brown moonstone bowl with four smaller ones and silver chopsticks, it draws inspiration from Japan’s donburi and soba rituals.

The moonstone, sourced from Andhra Pradesh, glows with adularescence and symbolizes love, balance, and protection, while the base of the main bowl is Makrana marble inlaid with semi-precious stones in the traditional parchin kari style of Rajasthan.

Pashmina Shawl in Papier Mache Box

In a gift to the wife of Japan Prime Minister, Mr. Modi gifted Pashmina Shawl in Papier Mache Box. This Pashmina shawl, made from the fine wool of the Changthangi goat in Ladakh, is valued worldwide for being light, soft, and warm. Handwoven by Kashmiri artisans, it carries a centuries-old tradition once cherished by royalty. The shawl has an ivory base with delicate floral and paisley patterns in rust, pink, and red, showing classic Kashmiri design and craftsmanship.

It comes in a hand-painted papier-mâché box decorated with floral and bird motifs, adding to its beauty and cultural value. Together, the shawl and box represent Kashmir’s artistry, heritage, and timeless elegance.