Over 50% Give Father's Day Gifts to Father-in-Law! The 3 Key Principles for a Perfect Gift: 'Thoughtful Without Burden,' 'Practical,' and 'Elegant.' Father's Day Gift Bestseller Ranking for Father-in-Law TOP 10 & Survey Results Released

The information media site dedicated to Father's Day, 'Chichinohi.jp' (https://chichinohi.jp/), has announced a survey on 'Father's Day gifts for fathers-in-law' and the 'Father's Day Gift Bestseller Ranking for Father-in-Law TOP 10'.

Father's Day Gift Bestseller Ranking for Father-in-Law TOP 10

https://chichinohi.jp/fathersday-gift-ranking-gifu

■ Overview of Chichinohi.jp PV Survey
Survey Organizer: Chichinohi.jp (https://chichinohi.jp/)
Survey Method: Google Analytics page views and Rakuten Affiliate performance commission counts
Survey Scope: 19,980 valid page views, 734 completed affiliate transactions

Survey Period: June 1–12, 2026

※ Rakuten Affiliate commission data includes pending and unconfirmed transactions. As performance figures are aggregated across other Groov Inc. media sites (e.g., Mother's Day.me), some data may not be directly related to Father's Day.

※ Rankings are based on actual performance data and may be influenced by on-site exposure or advertising on Chichinohi.jp. These potential influences are not excluded from the ranking calculation.

※ Data sourced from Google Analytics and Rakuten Affiliate reports.

While Father's Day gifts are often associated with biological fathers, many people also give gifts to their fathers-in-law, making it an established occasion for strengthening family relationships. However, many still struggle with questions like 'What should I choose?' or 'Will it be considered impolite?'

This survey analyzes public attitudes and real-world practices regarding Father's Day gifts for fathers-in-law and presents a ranking of the most popular gifts.

Over Half Plan to Give Father's Day Gifts to Their Father-in-Law

[2026 Edition] Do you plan to give a gift to your father-in-law this Father's Day? (Father's Day Survey)

Plan to give a gift: 52.2%

Do not plan to give a gift: 31.7%

Undecided: 15.6%

Other: 0.5%

Regarding the question 'Do you plan to give a gift to your father-in-law this Father's Day?', 52.2% responded 'Yes'.

This figure remains nearly unchanged from the previous year, indicating that Father's Day has become an established opportunity not only for biological fathers but also for expressing gratitude to fathers-in-law.

On the other hand, the percentage of those who 'do not plan to give' increased slightly to 31.7%, up from 29.6% the previous year. This reflects a growing trend of narrowing gift recipients due to rising prices and living costs.

Additionally, the decrease in 'undecided' responses suggests that Father's Day gift selection is happening earlier, likely due to the widespread use of e-commerce sites and early-bird campaigns.

[2026 Edition] Do you plan to give a Father's Day gift? (Father's Day Survey)

https://chichinohi.jp/survey120/

65.9% Include Father-in-Law as a Gift Recipient

[2026 Edition] Do you consider your father-in-law or spouse as a recipient of Father's Day gifts? (Father's Day Survey)

Father-in-law included: 65.9%

Father-in-law not included: 31.4%

Other: 2.7%

When asked 'Do you consider your father-in-law as a recipient of Father's Day gifts?', 65.9% answered 'Yes'.

Although still a majority, this figure shows a gradual decline from 68.1% in 2025.

This trend may be attributed to budget adjustments due to inflation and the growing practice of 'selective spending', where people limit the number of recipients.

Father's Day has traditionally been seen as an event to express gratitude to the entire extended family. However, it is gradually shifting toward being an occasion that prioritizes closer, immediate family members.

Nevertheless, the fact that nearly two out of three people still include their father-in-law as a recipient shows that Father's Day remains an important communication opportunity for building family relationships, not just a simple family event.

[2026 Edition] Do you consider your father-in-law or spouse as a recipient of Father's Day gifts? (Father's Day Survey)

https://chichinohi.jp/survey128/

■ Three Key Points When Choosing a Gift for Your Father-in-Law

Based on survey results and bestseller trends, three common principles have emerged for selecting gifts for fathers-in-law.

Avoid Causing Burden

Gifts that are too expensive may make the recipient feel uncomfortable or burdened. As a result, items priced around 3,000 to 5,000 yen—the 'just-right' price range—are particularly popular.

[2026 Edition] What is your budget for a Father's Day gift? (Father's Day Survey)

Spend nothing: 20.2%

Under 4,000–5,000 yen: 18.6%

Under 3,000–4,000 yen: 17.7%

Under 2,000–3,000 yen: 15.9%

Under 5,000–8,000 yen: 9.1%

No budget limit: 6.3%

Under 8,000–10,000 yen: 5.4%

Under 1,000–2,000 yen: 4.8%

Under 10,000–30,000 yen: 1.1%

Under 1,000 yen: 0.9%

[2026 Edition] What is your budget for a Father's Day gift? (Father's Day Survey)

https://chichinohi.jp/survey119/

Practicality

Items that can be used in daily life—such as food, beverages, bedding, and health products—are highly favored. The key phrase is 'something they won’t regret receiving'.

What would you like to give this Father's Day? [For Father-in-Law]

Food & Gourmet: 42.2%

Alcohol & Beer: 26.7%

Sweets: 6.6%

Health & Daily Goods: 6.6%

Hobby-related items: 4.0%

Fashion & Accessories: 4.0%

Meals (including gift certificates): 2.6%

Others: 2.3%

Flowers & Houseplants: 1.7%

Travel (including travel vouchers and accommodation coupons): 1.3%

Letters & Message Cards: 1.3%

Free time to do what they like: 0.7%

Elegance

Gifts for fathers-in-law differ from those for friends or biological fathers, requiring a certain level of formality. Items with premium packaging or sophisticated, understated designs are preferred.

[2026 Edition] What would you like to give this Father's Day? (Father's Day Survey)

https://chichinohi.jp/survey121/

2026 Father-in-Law Gift Trends Revealed by the Ranking

In this year’s ranking, gourmet and beverage gifts dominate the top positions. Products that are 'enjoyable for the whole family,' 'consumable,' and 'thoughtful without burden' receive strong support.

Additionally, health and comfort items have made it onto the list, reflecting growing interest in gifts that express the wish for the recipient to 'stay healthy and active for years to come'.

Father's Day gifts for fathers-in-law are more than just presents—they are a way to convey gratitude and thoughtfulness.