Japan Shopping Guides
Japan Shopping Guides
Tokyo Shopping Guide
Tokyo is a shopping mecca and our Tokyo shopping guide will help you find your place, whether you’re in search of the latest technology, quirky fashion, cosmetics, anime, or bric-a-brac. Tokyo has a store, and maybe even an entire street, devoted to almost everything imaginable, and more. With a varied and vast shopping scene scattered... Read More
Kyoto Shopping Guide
In Kyoto, you could spend your entire trip visiting temples and shrines, but you’d be missing out on the city’s incredible shopping scene. Kyoto, simply put, is a paradise for shoppers – not to mention the tourist tax-free benefits. Although you’ll probably want to pick up your cosplay and lolita wardrobe in Tokyo, for all... Read More
5 Reasons To Shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets
When it comes to outlet shopping in Japan there are many places to choose from. Gotemba Premium Outlets is one of the most popular outlet malls in Japan with 210 stores selling high-end luxury goods and brand-name merchandise. Here are 5 reasons to shop at Gotemba Premium Outlets while visiting Japan. 1. The View The... Read More
What souvenirs to buy in Japan?
One of the best ways to remember travel memories is with souvenirs. Besides buying personal mementos, souvenirs are the perfect gift to bring back to friends and family. While plenty of Japanese items can be purchased around the globe, there are some items unique to the region that can only be bought in Japan. In... Read More
Tax-Free Shopping in Japan
Tax-free shopping in Japan refers to the 8% sales/consumption tax, also known as VAT, which can be claimed by foreign travelers, or found at tax-free stores dispersed throughout Japan. More and more stores are offering tax-free items given the rise of tourists shopping in Japan. Shopping in Japan is an experience unto itself given the... Read More
Shibuya Shopping Guide
Shibuya in Tokyo is energetic, vibrant and one of the most popular shopping destinations not only in Japan but in the world. The district is large, almost maze-like in places, and filled with considerable crowds. From large scale department stores and malls to small boutique shops and quaint cafes, Shibuya is a hub of fashion... Read More
Best Shopping Malls Tokyo
Tokyo is famously one of the best cities in the world for shopping. Shopping malls in Tokyo, similar to department stores offer shoppers a one-stop shop to purchase many items at once. The multi-story malls in Tokyo are worth checking out if you are looking to shop, but also offer a glimpse into the Tokyo... Read More
Tokyo’s Best Department Stores
Behind all of Tokyo’s department stores is the concept of a one-stop shop. This approach enables shoppers to purchase a variety of items and receive a multitude of services, conveniently all from one large-scale store. In terms of the visionary and layout of most Tokyo’s department stores, the building is compartmentalized into levels based on... Read More
Outlet malls in Tokyo
Outlet malls in Tokyo offer a very different shopping experience than the city’s fast-paced, crowded shopping in the malls and department stores. The outlets tend to be spacious and often outdoors, making the shopping experience vastly different. Outlet malls in and around Tokyo are a great place for tourists and locals to stock up on... Read More
Tokyo’s Best Shopping Districts
Known as a place to find almost anything, tourists and locals flock to the various shopping districts in Tokyo on a daily basis to find their desired goods. Ranging from department stores, large-scale malls, and quaint boutiques, Tokyo’s shopping districts are often situated around the major sites of Tokyo which makes it easy to do... Read More
Flea Markets in Tokyo
Wandering along the glitzy boulevards of Ginza or navigating the tightly packed alleyways of Akihabara, it’s easy to see where Tokyo gains its reputation as an expensive city. Whether you’re living in the city, or just visiting, everyone wants to save some money on shopping and few places do extreme prices like Tokyo. In contrast to... Read More