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 easier. Popular items chosen by foreigners include traditional Japanese artwork, Japanese ceramics, Japanese Kimono, T-shirt with Kanji Characters printed on, Japanese traditional paper, Sushi shaped USB, latest electronics, pens with unique functions, Japanese sweets, Kit-Kat chocolate snacks (Japanese limited edition), Plastic food samples, Anime Character goods, etc…
Here we pick out some of the best places to buy souvenirs in Tokyo for going back to visit your family and friends.
DAISO
This is one of the biggest 100 yen chain store in Japan. Many foreigners do their souvenir shopping here. Daiso Harajuku on Takeshita Dori offers an amazing range of products and regardless of who you are buying for, you will find the right souvenir for everyone.
Popular items: Japanese traditional toys, Japanese chopsticks and ceramics, Sake set, Japanese snacks, Japanese traditional coin case, LED lanterns, Instant miso soup, bath soap, Origami paper, Japanese dolls, etc…
There are many Daiso shops in Tokyo, please access the link below and confirm which store is convenient for you.
DON QUIJOTE
Don Quijote is a lifesaver for all the people who left souvenir shopping for last minute. The stores are open 24 hours. Hot eye masks, face masks, high quality Japanese medications, popular Japanese snacks, fashion items, electronics, Tokyo souvenir items, etc… can be found all in one store.
Popular items: Japanese cosmetic products, Japanese snacks, costumes and masks, Japanese souvenir selection, etc…
ITO YA
Best place to buy Japanese Stationery. Japanese Stationery is one of the most popular items foreigners get as souvenirs. From advanced high quality pens to “Washi” (Traditional Japanese Paper) you name it. You should check both G.Itoya and K.Itoya right next to each other.
Popular items: Letter papers, postcards, fine design pens and pencils (1,200 types), one-of a kind note-books, travel items, washi (Japanese Traditional paper), Origami paper, Washi tape, etc…
KIDDY LAND
If you are looking for a place to buy souvenirs for kids, you will find what you need here. Kiddy Land has been in business for about 60 years providing exciting toys to both kids and adults. It is most likely you will find many other foreign tourists searching for interesting souvenirs.
Popular items: Rilakkuma goods, Doraemon goods, Character souvenir snacks, HELLO KITTY goods, Totoro Goods, Character socks, etc…
Address: 6-1-9 Jingumae Shibuya-ku Tokyo
TOKYU HANDS
If you are looking for unique souvenirs people can enjoy, Tokyu Hands is where you should go. Popular items include Onsen powder (bath powder which can turn your bathtub into a onsen), Japanese food magnets, Japanese folding fans, Kabuki Facemasks, Kimono shaped bottle covers, train souvenirs and many more!
Popular items: Kabuki face masks, paper crafts, Kimono bottle covers, skincare products, frixion pens, plastic food, decorative phone covers, Japanese fans, train souvenirs, Onsen powder for bath, etc…
There are many Tokyu Hands shops in Tokyo, please access the link below and confirm which store is convenient for you.
