Thinking of signing up for a subscription box? Need some help to choose which box is best for you? Here’s our favourites for kawaii, Japanese snacks & candy, crafts, pets and more, plus how it all works.
Super Cute Kawaii Subscription Box Reviews
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Our Favourite Subscription Boxes
Kawaii Stuff & Cute Characters
- Culturefly – Pop culture boxes with TV/movies, anime, gaming & more. (US)
- Kawaii Box – Themed kawaii character plush, toys, stationery, accessories etc. (HK)
- NihonBox – Japanese culture box with anime figures, gachapon etc. (JP)
- nomakenolife – Japanese & Korean beauty and makeup (JP)
- Pusheen Box – Exclusive themed seasonal items from everyone’s favourite cat. (US)
- SoKawaii – Themed kawaii character goods from Japan. (JP)
- YumeTwins – Themed kawaii character goods from Japan. (JP) – $5 off with SCKAWAII
Japanese Candy & Snacks
- Bokksu – Japanese candy/snacks from local & regional businesses. (JP)
- Freedom Japanese Market – Authentic Japanese snack boxes. (JP)
- Japan Candy Box – Themed Asian candy & snacks. (HK)
- Sakuraco – Authentic and artisan Japanese snacks. (JP) – $5 off with SCKAWAII
- TokyoTreat – Japanese candy, snacks, drinks & noodles. (JP) – $5 off with SCKAWAII
Crafts & Stationery
- Hoop Club – Quarterly embroidery kits with original designs. (UK)
- Make Happy Club Box – Original embroidery and cross stitch kits. (UK)
- The Moss Box – Monthly yarn coaster box with original designs & extras. (AU)
- Pipsticks – Themed sticker clubs and subscriptions including Hello Kitty & Friends. (US)
- Rainbowholic Shop – Limited edition themed stationery boxes + subscriptions. (JP)
- Sophie & Toffee – Resin crafts & DIY squishies. (SG) – 10% off with our affiliate link.
- STICKII Club – Themed stationery packs in in Cute, Vintage, or Pop styles. (US)
- Stitch Mail – Monthly cross stitch box with original designs, zine & extras. (UK)
- ZenPop – Themed Japanese stationery + starter boxes (JP).
Pets
- KitNipBox – Themed cat toys & treats from small makers. (US)
- KitTea Kit – Themed boxes curated by a San Francisco cat cafe. (US)
- Pusheen Cat Kit – Exclusive themed items for your cat. (US)
Looking for something else? Try Cratejoy, where you can browse thousands of subscription boxes for all ages and interests, or Patreon for sticker/pin/print clubs and digital goodies from artists, makers & creatives.
How Do Subscription Boxes Work?
What’s a subscription box?
They’re a box of goodies that are sent out throughout the year but can also be bought individually. Often the contents are a surprise, though you usually know how many items you’re getting, plus the box or month may have a theme. Some boxes also share spoilers on social media or may even let you see the full contents before buying.
How does a subscription work?
Rather than just buying a one off box, you buy a subscription and receive a new box regularly (usually every month or season). You can choose either an ongoing subscription, where payment is taken for each individual box, or you can save money by paying in advance for a block of boxes, which gets you a discount on every box and sometimes free gifts too.
What’s so great about them?
You get surprise post every month and the contents will be worth more than buying everything separately. Some boxes also include exclusive items, seasonal candy flavours or only-in-Japan products that are difficult or impossible to buy elsewhere.
Anything else I should know before subscribing?
Read the reviews to make sure the box is good value and there aren’t any issues with shipping or quality (though be aware that they could be hiding negative reviews on their own site). Search the box name on social media/Youtube to see what was inside previous boxes and what people are saying about it, including the comments. Check how easy it is to cancel your subscription and when payment is taken for the next box as you will be billed automatically if you don’t cancel in time. If you’re ordering internationally it’s possible you’ll be charged customs fees/tariffs on top so be prepared. This is a tax set by your own government so don’t blame the subscription box. We always mention if we had to pay customs fees in our reviews.
