Gift ideas for seniors: presents for parents, grandparents, and friends.

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Choosing a gift for older loved ones—like parents, grandparents, or family friends—can sometimes be tricky.

Precisely because they’re so important to us, many people want to give something that will truly make them happy.

In this article, we introduce gift ideas for seniors.

We’ve gathered a wide range of items, from things related to clothing, food, and daily living to home décor.

Personalized gifts with their name, or adding a favorite photo or a heartfelt message, are also lovely options.

Why not give a heartwarming gift filled with the wish for them to enjoy healthy, happy days?

Gift ideas for seniors. Presents for parents, grandparents, and friends (41–50)

arm warmers

Arm warmers are popular as fashion items among young people.

They’re not just stylish—they’re practical too—so they’d likely delight a woman in her 90s as a gift.

Lightweight materials are great for sun protection in summer, while thicker ones help keep out the cold in winter, making them useful year-round.

They cover the backs of the hands to keep them warm, while leaving the fingertips free, which is really convenient.

If you have the time or are good at sewing, a handmade pair of arm warmers would also make a lovely present.

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Gift ideas for seniors: Presents for parents, grandparents, and friends (51–60)

towel handkerchief

There are plenty of people who prefer towel handkerchiefs over regular handkerchiefs.

Towels absorb moisture better and feel nicer on the skin than handkerchiefs, and towel handkerchiefs are a convenient size to carry around.

It’s the kind of item no one would dislike receiving and you can never have too many.

They come in a wide range of patterns and types, and because they’re practical, it’s not a problem even if your gift overlaps with someone else’s.

It’s also a good idea to research the recipient’s preferred patterns, colors, and style in advance.

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hand cream

Hand cream that pampers dry skin makes a great gift.

There are plenty of options with beautiful packaging—from famous brands to gift-ready sets—so try selecting one that suits the recipient’s taste.

That said, be mindful of their fragrance preferences and skin condition.

Many women dislike strong scents, so don’t skip your research.

It may also be a good idea to check the ingredients in the hand cream.

Choose something the recipient will enjoy using comfortably.

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pill case

There are many seniors who take several kinds of medications.

You want them to feel relaxed, even a little, when it’s time to take their pills, right? In that case, why not give them a stylish pill case that lifts their spirits just by looking at it? Just because she’s in her 90s doesn’t mean something plain is best! Of course, it’s important to match the person’s tastes, but since pill cases are small, even a slightly flashy design shouldn’t be a problem.

It might be nice to choose a design that sparkles and helps her recall a youthful, girlish feeling.

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Message Dorayaki

If giving sweets feels a bit too ordinary to you, we recommend dorayaki with a custom message.

Pour your gratitude or your affection into a message and send it along with a dorayaki! While there are products that come with preset messages, why not go the extra mile and choose one that lets you add your own original illustration or message? It will cost a bit more, but the recipient will surely be delighted, and it will become a memorable gift.

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leg warmers

They often say that cold legs and lower back are a woman’s worst enemy.

In fact, it’s said not just for women—chilling the body can lead to many ailments, so it’s something to watch out for.

How about giving leg warmers as a gift—an item that keeps the feet nice and warm? Many people find their feet cold even in heated rooms, and leg warmers are an easy way to warm the feet and, by extension, the whole body.

From simple, chic solids to bold designs, choose colors and styles that suit the recipient’s taste and give them as a present.

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Chestnut Daifuku with Candied Astringent Skins

There must be many older people who used to make simmered candied chestnuts with inner skins (shibukawani).

Peeling the tough outer shell is hard work, and to make shibukawani you have to repeatedly parboil, rinse in water, and remove the astringency—quite a laborious process.

It’s a lot of work to make, but plenty of people would love to try daifuku filled with those delicious shibukawani chestnuts! It’s tough to prepare yourself, but it’s such a treat if someone gives you some—and when it’s tucked inside a daifuku, the flavor is different again, which makes it all the more exciting.

How about it as a seasonal gift for chestnut season?

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