Best Japanese Water Bottles

Water Bottles from Japan 

Browse our list to find the best Japanese water bottle that suits your needs and preferences. We looked at products from three different but well-known brands: Tiger, Thermos, and Zojirushi. Keep reading for the details. 

Tiger Water Bottles 

Screw Lid Bottles 

This is one of Tiger's most popular stainless steel bottle series. It is made with higher grade material and designed with urban colors to pull together a modern and simple aesthetic. There are 3 sizes that you can choose from: 600mL, 500mL, and 350mL. 

What's to love? 

• Tiger's screw lid bottles are made of SUS304, which is durable and has great corrosion resistance. Hence, they can accompany you for a long time. 
• The stainless steel construction also makes them lightweight. As a result, you should have no problem carrying them. They range from 170g to 230g. 
• These Japanese water bottles can keep your beverage hot or cold: They are equipped with vacuum-insulated “double walls” that make this possible. Warm drinks stay warm and cold drinks stay cold even after 6 hours. 
• The bottles come with a wide mouth that makes them easy to fit in ice cubes. 
• The mouths of the bottles are smooth-rimmed, so drinking is easier. 
• There is an ice stopper that keeps ice from spilling out while you are drinking.
• The bottoms are made of resin, so they will not make noise when set down. 
• Portability is guaranteed and storage is fuss-free as they are designed slim. 
• The insides of the bottles are smooth and polished to combat stains, odors,... 

600mL 

Tiger Screw Lid Bottles (Black & Gold)

• Model Number: MCY - A060 
• Capacity: 600mL (0.6L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 78 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 73 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.9 x 6.9 x 24.2 cm 
• Weight: 0.23kg 
• Color: Mauve Black or Champagne Gold 

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500mL

• Model Number: MCY - A050 
• Capacity: 500mL (0.5L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 86 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 71 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.6 x 6.6 x 22.7 cm 
• Weight: 0.21kg 
• Color: Sky Blue, Rose Pink, or Cream White 

👉 Tiger's Screw Lid Bottle (Sky Blue) — Buy it here. 

👉 Tiger's Screw Lid (Rose Pink) Bottle — Buy it here. 

👉 Tiger's Screw Lid (Cream White) — Buy it here. 

350mL 

• Model Number: MCY - A035 
• Capacity: 350mL (0.35L)
• Cold Retention: 9 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 86 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 65 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.6 x 6 x 17.6 cm 
• Weight: 0.17kg 
• Color: Sky Blue, Rose Pink, or Cream White 

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One-Push Lid Bottles

This is another well-loved vacuum-insulated bottle series from Tiger. It is named the “One-Push Lid” Japan water bottle after its automatic push-open + lock mechanism. The bottle is also made of astonishing high-quality stainless steel and designed to fit the modern aesthetic. 

Take a closer look at this Japan water bottle’s lid here:

What can you expect from it? 

• Ease of opening/closing the bottle thanks to its slide, push-open technology. 
• Both heat and cold retention with vacuum-insulated walls 
• Resin bottom that minimizes noise and accidental knock-overs 
• Ultra-light design, relieving hand fatigue and improving portability 
• Non-bulky design that makes it easy to stow and carry anywhere 
• Smooth and polished interior to ease the cleaning of nasty stains and odors 

600mL 

• Model Number: MCX - A601 
• Capacity: 600mL (0.6L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 87 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 72 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.6 x 6.9 x 24.6 cm 
• Weight: 0.23kg 
• Color: Matte Black, Matte Silver 

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500mL

• Model Number: MCX - A501 
• Capacity: 500mL (0.5L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 86 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 69 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.6 x 6.6 x 23.1 cm 
• Weight: 0.21kg 
• Color: Sky Blue, Lamp Black, or Opera Pink 

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350mL

• Model Number: MCX - A351 
• Capacity: 350mL (0.35L)
• Cold Retention: 9 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 85 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 63 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 6.6 x 6.6 x 18.0 cm 
• Weight: 0.17kg 
• Color: Sky Blue, Lamp Black, or Opera Pink 

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Thermos Water Bottles

Vacuum Insulated Mugs

If you are looking for a tabletop item, this is the hot water bottle Japanese brand to consider. Thermos offers these stainless mugs that come with a lid and a capacity of 350mL. 

While they are mostly loved for keeping coffee and tea hot, they can also keep drinks chilled. Their heat retention is above 67 degrees Celsius and cold retention is below 8 degrees Celsius. 

The included screw-type lid secures tightly to help shield against spillage, but it is still easy to attach and detach. 

There is also a rigid, curved handle that makes it easy to grip. Although the handle is not foldable, and thus, takes up more space, it is solid and provides users with peace of mind. Plus, it is machine-washable! 

If you want something simple and sleek, perhaps for the office, consider this: 

• Model Number: JDG - 350 
• Capacity: 350mL (0.35L)
• Cold Retention: Below 8 degrees Celsius
• Heat Retention: Above 67 degrees Celsius 
• Size: 8 x11 x 10 cm 
• Weight: 0.2kg 
• Color: Stainless Steel

👉 Thermos Stainless Mug with Lid & Handle — Buy it here. 

If you prefer a black-colored Japanese bottle water, this might be the one: 

👉 Thermos Black Mug with Lid & Handle — Buy it here. 

If you are a fan of Minnie or love all things pink, check this Japan bottled water: 

👉 Thermos Minnie Print Pink Mug with Lid & Handle — Buy it here. 

Zojirushi Water Bottles

Twist-Off Lid Mugs 

This is one of the most well-liked Japanese brand water bottle series. Interestingly, though, Zojirushi refers to its products as “mugs" and not “bottles.” 

At first glance, you will notice its:

• One-piece lid that gives it a seamless, minimal style and easy cleaning 
• Compact design that saves space and makes it hassle-free to carry 
• Simple, plain colors that fit today's contemporary settings 

Other things you will appreciate in/with these mugs: 

• Stainless steel vacuum-insulation build keeps drinks hot or cold for hours
• Twist-off lid offers a drinking experience that hits closer to home 
• Rounded and smooth opening that makes drinking and cleaning comfortable 
• Wide mouth opening to ease filling and accommodate even large ice cubes 
• Nonstick coated interior that makes it easier to clean 

You can get it in three different sizes: 0.36L, 0.48L, and 0.60L. 

0.36L

• Model Number: SM - ZA36 
• Capacity: 12 oz. (0.36L)
• Cold Retention: 9 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 86 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 66 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 2-5/8 x 2-5/8 x 6-7/8 inches
• Weight: 0.08 lbs 
• Color: Mint Blue, Slate Black, Pale Orchid, or Pale White

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0.48L 

• Model Number: SM - ZA48 
• Capacity: 16 oz. (0.48L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 87 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 71 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 2-5/8 x 2-5/8 x 8-1/2 inches
• Weight: 0.09 lbs 
• Color: Mint Blue, Slate Black, Pale Orchid, or Pale White

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0.6L

• Model Number: SM - ZA60 
• Capacity: 20 oz. (0.60L)
• Cold Retention: 8 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Heat Retention: 88 degrees Celsius (1 hour) | 72 degrees Celsius (6 hours) 
• Size: 2-5/8 x 2-5/8 x 10-1/8 inches
• Weight: 0.09 lbs 
• Color: Slate Black or Pale White

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Conclusion

Thanks for reading this blog post on the best Japanese water bottles to think about  getting. We hope that one of the products above caught your eye. If so, you might be ready to take home your own made-in-Japan water bottle!