Shopping
This section covers everything related to shopping, including food, clothing, and gifts.
Exciting Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids - Unwrap the Joy!
This page contains affiliate links. It is the time to share joy and excitement! With Christmas approaching, discovering the ideal gift for the little ones becomes a delightful quest. In this article,…
10 Best Japanese Electric Appliances and Gadgets for Your Home
This page contains affiliate links. Japan's wonderful home appliances and unique gadgets are very popular with people from abroad. Here we introduce the latest recommended home appliances and gadgets…
Highly Rated Japanese Kitchen Items / Gadgets
This page contains affiliate links. There are a variety of products and gadgets available in Japan, and we would like to introduce our recommendations for use in the kitchen. We have collected a varie…
Best Japanese Gift Ideas for Any Occasions
This page contains affiliate links. If you are looking for Japanese gifts or souvenirs to give to your friends and family and unsure of what to give as a gift or souvenir from Japan, this article will…
Japanese Beauty Gadgets - 16 Popular Electric Beauty Appliances
This page contains affiliate links. Japan is home to a wide variety of gadgets, but many beauty appliances are also produced every year. Some can be used abroad and are popular as souvenirs for foreig…
What is White Day in Japan?
This page contains affiliate links. White Day is the day on March 14 when men who received chocolates on Valentine's Day return the favor to the woman. On White Day, the most common sweets are candies…
Where to Find the Best Souvenirs / Gifts in Tokyo
The good thing is that there are many shops with souvenirs and gifts in Tokyo but the large number of souvenir shops make the process actually difficult. We will help you save time and make this easie…
Buying Prescription Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses in Japan
This page contains affiliate links. In Japan, prescription glasses are not required to be made at an eye doctor. To get prescription glasses, simply walk into a glasses store and they will offer you a…
The 10 Best Products for Surviving Winter 2025
This page contains affiliate links. Winter in Japan is naturally cold, but since central heating is less prevalent than it is in Europe or the United States, it is also surprisingly cold inside the ho…
10 Best Tokyo Flea Markets for Bargain-Hunting
There are many different ways to experience the culture of a foreign place, but nothing gives quite the same insight into local pop culture. >> What is Mottainai? The Japanese Meanings and Expre…
Where to Shop in Japan: Supermarkets, Drugstores & Convenience Stores
Japan has plenty of places for daily shopping, like supermarkets, drugstores, and convenience stores. Knowing where to buy what for the best value and convenience can save you time, money, and make yo…
What Is an Imabari Towel in Japan – And Why Is It So Special?
This page contains affiliate links. The following article is contributed by Japarcana. If you’ve ever used a truly great towel, you probably know the difference it makes. Most of the time, you don’t r…
Kappabashi Street: Tokyo’s Kitchenware Paradise
This page contains affiliate links. For cooking and baking enthusiasts, Kappabashi Street in Tokyo is a mecca of the best in Japanese kitchenware. With a history dating back over a century and a commi…
Omamori: A Guide to Japanese Amulets
This page contains affiliate links. If you’ve ever visited a shrine or temple in Japan, it’s likely you have seen an array of brightly-colored, name-tag-sized objects with intricate embroidery and uni…
Essential Japanese Phrases and Etiquette for Shopping in Japan
This article is contributed by Wakoku. Navigating shops in Japan can be both exciting and intimidating for international visitors. The unique combination of language barriers and distinct cultural pra…
Tokyo for Anime and Manga Fans: Popular Areas, Shops, and Museums
This page contains affiliate links. If you enjoy reading Japanese manga (comics) or watching anime (animation), there is no better city on earth to explore than Tokyo as it has everything to satisfy…
Where to buy Halloween costumes and decorations in Tokyo
Halloween is coming up very soon. Have you decided your costume for this year? In recent years, Halloween's popularity has clearly increased in Tokyo. People in Tokyo spend a lot of time and money putting together their costumes every year. Streets in Tokyo and shopping malls put up spooky Halloween decorations during this season to heat up the Halloween atmosphere. Just strolling down the streets of Roppongi, Shibuya and Harajuku can be extremely entertaining as you will witness a crowd of people showing off their impressive costumes. If you are wondering where to purchase Halloween costumes in Tokyo, here are some recommendations.
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Luxury Fruit Shopping: Tokyo's Best Fruit Parlors
Tokyo is one of the best shopping destinations in the world, and luxury fruit shopping is no exception. While fruits grown for mass consumption can be found virtually anywhere, including your local su…
Home Centers in Tokyo for Your Next DIY Project
In Japan, you can find almost anything you need for DIY repairs in one place — the home center. Home centers are ideal for sourcing materials for making or repairing household items, as well as buying…
Get the Most Out of Shopping at a Supermarket in Japan
Grocery shopping is part of daily life for many of us making it important to familiarize yourself with local supermarkets when moving to a new country such as Japan. Supermarkets in Japan share many s…
