# Olympus Sashiko Thread 20m White: Japan price comparison

> Compare the current Japan price for Olympus Sashiko Thread 20m White with supported home markets.

Exact item: Olympus Sashiko Thread single-color skein; color 01 White; 20m; 100% cotton; made in Japan

Latest price retrieval: 2026-08-21T21:37:00Z. FX capture: 2026-08-19T00:02:31Z. FX is informational and comes from [Exchange Rate API](https://www.exchangerate-api.com).

## Price comparisons

### Japan vs South Korea

- Japan price in KRW: ₩1,459
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- South Korea: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

### Japan vs China

- Japan price in CNY: CN¥6.98
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- China: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

### Japan vs Taiwan

- Japan price in TWD: NT$32.98
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- Taiwan: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

### Japan vs United States

- Result: 62% cheaper in Japan
- Headline currency: USD
- Japan expected checkout: $1.03 (JP¥165 tax-included source price; In stock)
- United States expected checkout: $2.69 ($2.50 listed price plus an estimated 7.53% sales tax; In stock)
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- United States price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:37:00Z
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)
- [United States price source](https://boltandspool.com/products/olympus-sashiko-thread)

### Japan vs Hong Kong

- Japan price in HKD: HK$8.11
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- Hong Kong: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

### Japan vs Australia

- Japan price in AUD: A$1.47
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- Australia: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

### Japan vs Singapore

- Japan price in SGD: S$1.32
- Japan source price: JP¥165; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z
- Singapore: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488)

## Stores checked

### JP

- [Olympus Seishi official online shop](https://olympus-thread-shop.jp/en/products/296488): JP¥165; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T21:36:47Z. Japan manufacturer shop. Color 01 is selectable and Add to Cart is shown; the page notes that rare timing issues can affect fulfillment. Delivery charges are separate.

### US

- [Bolt & Spool](https://boltandspool.com/products/olympus-sashiko-thread): $2.50; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T21:37:00Z. United States craft retailer in Cleveland, Ohio. White (01) is listed at USD2.50 with Add to Cart; pickup is available at the Cleveland shop and shipping is separate.

## Important notes

Match Color 01 White and the 20m skein. The 100m range, shaded colors, colorful mixes, six-skein bags, and other colors are separate products. This is 100% cotton sashiko thread, not general embroidery floss. Tax, delivery, and color availability can differ.

Japan tax-free eligibility, actual local sales tax, daily FX, shipping, card fees, warranty, and import charges can change the final cost.