Tag: shopping
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Japanese Knives, Carpentry Tools, and Scissors
Japanese Knives, Carpentry Tools, and Scissors Worth Buying If You Use Them for Work: Japan has built a genuine international reputation for precision-made tools, and it goes well beyond the kitchen knives most travelers already know about. If you work in a trade or craft that relies on knives, cutting tools, or fine carpentry equipment…
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Japanese Supermarket
How to Navigate a Japanese Supermarket: Convenience stores get most of the attention in travel guides, but a regular Japanese supermarket (suupaa) is worth a visit too, whether you’re stocking up for a self-catered stay or just curious about everyday Japanese grocery shopping. This guide covers what to expect and how to shop like a…
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8 Convenience Store Treats
8 Convenience Store Treats Worth Trying in Japan: Japan’s convenience stores are a legitimate destination for dessert lovers, not just a backup option for snacks. Here are nine specific items, popular ice creams, sweets, and one genuinely clever in-store machine, worth seeking out during your trip. Popular Convenience Store Ice Creams Choco Monaka Jumbo A…
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Best Souvenirs
Best Souvenirs to Buy in Japan (And Where to Find Them): Japan makes souvenir shopping genuinely easy, with high-quality, well-packaged options available at nearly every price point, from convenience store snacks to serious craft purchases. This guide covers the categories worth prioritizing, organized by where you’ll actually find them. Snacks and Food-Based Souvenirs Beauty and…
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Japan’s 100 Yen Shops
A Complete Guide (Daiso, Seria, and More): Japan’s 100 yen shops are a genuine tourist favorite, and for good reason: well-designed, surprisingly high-quality goods at a price point that makes browsing risk-free. This guide covers the major chains, what to actually look for, and how to make the most of a visit. What a 100…
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Sake and Japanese Whisky
A Beginner’s Guide: Japan’s drinking culture goes well beyond the umeshu and lemon sours popular at izakaya, and two categories in particular, sake and Japanese whisky, are worth understanding if you want to drink like more than a casual tourist. This guide covers the basics of both, so you can order (or shop for a…