The overwhelming pressures of consumerism seem to be at an all-time high this holiday season, so it’s helpful to have affordable gift options to help take the edge off.
At BGN, we understand not everyone is interested in ballin out on a day that only comes around once a year, investing their hard earned cash on expensive merch and cheap thrills. This holiday gift guide is curated to help shoppers get the most bang for their buck, with the most exceptional anime gifts for buyers on a budget. Instead of putting yourself through financial stress, here are the best anime-themed gifts you can buy for $25 or less.
- Top Animes of All Time Scratch-Off Poster
Where to buy: Amazon.com
Enno Vatti’s 100 Anime Scratch-Off Poster will inspire your loved one to breeze through their ever-growing anime watch lists. This advent calendar-style poster is a fun, interactive way to keep track of anime bucket lists while also motivating you to discover new anime heroes.
- The Anime Chef Cookbook: 75 Iconic Dishes from Your Favorite Anime
Where to buy: Amazon.com
This cookbook is for the foodies who want to bring their favorite tantalizing anime recipes to life. Featuring delectable bites from shows like Haikyuu!!, and Laid-Back Camp, this anime-themed recipe book is a holiday gift that otakus can cherish for years to come.
- Anime Inspired Bracelets
Where to buy: Etsy.com
Help your loved one sport their love of anime in style with these anime-inspired bracelets from KireiTrinkets’s Etsy store. For only $17.99, shoppers can choose between one of their handcrafted beaded bracelets or customize one that reflects their fandom.
- Crown Anime Bonnets and Durags
Where to buy: Crownlimitedsupply.com
If you want to keep your loved ones’ waves, kinks, and coily tresses tucked tight under something stylish, check out the Anime Crown Durag and Bonnets collection. The headwear is highly reviewed and reportedly fits most heads so they can sleep peacefully knowing their ends are in good hands.
- Anime Sock Bundles
Where to buy: Crunchyroll.com
Instead of getting your favorite anime fan separate gifts, get them one of Crunchyroll’s decorative anime holiday bundles. This bundle includes an anime-themed mug, ornament, and pair of socks, all for the low price of $19.99.
- Anime Themed Makeup Brushes
Where to buy: Amazon.com
The WeChip Store on Amazon.com has a variety of makeup brushes for beauty anime lovers who want to beat their faces in style. Shoppers can choose between five- and eight-piece brush sets with intricate metal designs inspired by anime like Sailor Moon, Demon Slayer, Attack on Titan, and One Piece.
- Anime Themed Tea Cups
Where to buy: Boxlunch.com
These ceramic anime-themed tea cups come with a matching saucer and stirring spoon so anime lovers can sip their tea with elegance. With pastel designs inspired by Studio Ghibli and Sailor Moon, anime lovers can bring cozy slice-of-life vibes to their homes this winter with a nice relaxing cup of tea for just $24.90.
- Anime Themed Ramen Bowls
Where to buy: Boxlunch.com
BoxLunch’s collection of ramen bowls comes in a variety of shapes, sets, and anime themes to adhere to practically every fandom you can think of. For as low as $19.90, anime lovers can enjoy ceramic ramen bowl sets with matching accessories.
- Anime Kitchen Kits
Where to buy: Boxlunch.com
Add a little spice to your favorite anime lover’s home with these anime-themed kitchen sets. With oven mitts, towels, and potholders designed after popular fandoms like Naruto, Pusheen, and Sanrio, these are sure to be a hit for the holiday season. (Bonus: these are on sale for December across the site!)
10. Anime Mug Sets
Where to buy: Boxlunch.com
BoxLunch is full of exclusive anime box sets that are guaranteed to win the hearts of die-hard anime fans. For as little as $19.90, shoppers can secure a mouse pad and mug bundle with vibrant designs inspired by anime like Fate/Grand Order, Demon Slayer, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Puella Magi Madoka Magica.
11. Anime Pajama Pants
Where to buy: Hottopic.com
If you want your favorite anime fan to snuggle up this winter in style, check out these officially licensed anime-themed pajama pants from Hot Topic. With unisex sizes ranging from XS to 3X, you can secure a pair for the whole family.
12. Anime 3D Mugs with Lids!
Where to buy: Hottopic.com
These 3D ceramic mugs from Hot Topic are irresistible to One Piece, Naruto, and Sailor Moon fans who want to sip their drinks out of something more decorative. Featuring vividly detailed designs of Artemis (Sailor Moon), Kurama (Naruto), and Gum-Gum Fruit (One Piece), these figural mugs come complete with lids to prevent spillage.
13. Anime Inspired Perfume
Where to buy: Etsy.com
Etsy’s Scentsuki is a unique fandom gift shop that sells perfume inspired by anime characters. For as little as $5.25, shoppers can select handmade perfume oils modeled after characters from anime including Attack On Titan, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, One Piece, and My Hero Academia.
14. Anime Planters
Where to buy: Etsy.com
If your anime lover is also a plant mom (or dad), then one of PropsAndPop’s anime-themed planters may be the perfect gift to support those green thumbs. The California-based shop sells adorable concrete planters that also double as candle holders and desk organizers so they can be repurposed in more ways than one.
15. Anime Candles
Where to buy: Etsy.com
These anime-themed candles come highly reviewed with customizable creations that buyers can’t wait to gift for Christmas. With fragrances inspired by characters from anime like Death Note, Jujutsu Kaisen, Black Clover, and Tokyo Ghoul, this holiday gift can be yours for the low price of $15.
16. Anime Funko Pops
Where to buy: Amazon.com
You can never go wrong with gifting a Funko Pop to your favorite anime fan. With their affordable prices and wide range of options, receiving one will always be appreciated, even if your loved one already has one (or ten.)
17. Manga
Where to buy: Barnesandnoble.com
Gifting your anime lover a manga is an inventive way for them to experience their favorite series in a more detailed light. The manga can act as a companion to their favorite anime, providing further insight into storylines and character development that don’t always make the final cut of an anime series.
18. Anime Coloring Books
Where to buy: Amazon.com
Rylan Lolo is a group of independent publishers who create anime-themed coloring books for otakus of all ages. Their collection features 11 anime-inspired books whose coloring pages are filled with titles ranging from Anime Fashion to Creepy Kawaii, all for the price of $7.99.
19. Anime Graphic Tees
Where to buy: Hottopic.com
Hot Topic is famous for its wide selection of vividly designed graphic tees. With sales going on site-wide, you can scoop up one of their signature graphic tees for your favorite anime fan so they can wear their fandom loud and proud.
20. Anime Enamel Pins
Where to buy: Boxlunch.com
Boxlunch’s collection of anime-themed enamel pins is the perfect stocking stuffer. Their exclusive designs are the perfect compliment to your otaku’s accessories and show their fandom in a small, subtle way.
21. Anime Christmas Ornaments
Where to buy: Etsy.com
Etsy’s 3DaesignStudio is the place to be if you’re looking for high-quality custom anime-themed Christmas ornaments. For $8, you can secure one of their handmade 3D-printed products modeled after your favorite kawaii characters from Sanrio, Pokemon, and Studio Ghibli.
22. Anime Skins
Where to buy: Animetowncreations.com
If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer, consider getting your beloved anime fanatic one of Animetowncreation’s bold anime skins. For as low as $9.99, shoppers can cop one of their high-quality anime-themed skins for everything from credit cards to next-gen video game consoles.
23. The Boy and the Heron
Where to buy: Fandango.com
If your anime fan prefers events to objects as gifts, treat them to a showing of Studio Ghibli’s latest film, The Boy and the Heron. The film premiered nationwide on December 8, 2023, and is already considered a masterpiece.
24. Custom Anime Portraits
Where to buy: animefyme.com
If you’re looking for aesthetics, consider one of Animefyme’s custom anime portraits. The site takes an uploaded photo and translates it to a digitized anime portrait with art styles inspired by popular titles like Chainsaw Man and Spy X Family.
25. Anime Model Kits
Where to buy: Amazon.com
If your anime lover is a DIY’er, consider gifting them one of Bandai’s exclusive anime modeling kits. From Gundams to fighting scenes in Dragon Ball Super, the Amazon shop has plenty of high-quality anime replicas to choose from.
