What should I get for a wedding gift?

I have a friend who's Japanese and lives in Tokyo. She has recently told me that she is getting married! I am an American and I do not know what I should send her for a wedding gift. I can't really think of anything I should get her from America. Can anybody help me out with some ideas? I won't be able to ask her what she would like for a gift, so it will be a surprise.

Thanks in advance : ]

It is customary to give money, between 10000-30000+ yen depending on your relationship with the couple. Since you are not Japanese though it would be acceptable to give what you would consider an appropriate American wedding gift.

However, if you are invited to and planning on going to the ceremony/reception then I would definitely give money.

See, the thing is though.. I don't know what to get her from America! Can anyone please help out with some ideas? I've never given a wedding gift before.

Thanks again.

How about some branded nice cutlery set or tableware from your country?