Shopping
This section covers everything related to shopping, including food, clothing, and gifts.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Mercari Japan: How to Shop in English
E-commerce platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and Gumtree have made it easy to find secondhand items available at a good price. This is no different in Japan, where Mercari has become a very p…
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…
Large-size shoes for foreigners - Where to find them in Japan
Japan is one of the leading fashion capitals with many popular and fashionable shoe stores. Although you will find plenty of good quality shoes in stores, many foreigners have a difficult time finding…
Top 10 Places to Shop in Shibuya for Every Need
Shibuya has been one of Japan’s multicultural hotspots for decades. With its central location, iconic landmarks, and wild nightlife, people flock to the neighborhood to work, live, play, and most impo…
Outlet Shopping Malls and Factory Outlets in and Around Tokyo
Outlet Shopping Malls are a common excursion for many Tokyoites. Tired of crammed department stores and the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, many love going out to an outlet mall, often surrounded by green…
Where to buy Valentine’s Day chocolate in Japan
This page contains affiliate links. Valentine's Day in Japan Valentine’s Day (February 14th) is celebrated in Japan every year not just by couples, but also between friends and families. The one thing…
