Tag: shopping in Japan
Soothing Summer Wind Chimes from Shinohara Furin
Shopping in Tokyo? Head to Shinohara Furin Honpo for some traditional glass wind chimes. Originally thought to ward off evil spirits, furin wind chimes can be made of glass or iron, and take the form of a bell of varied shapes which flutters gently...
Nawate dori: Matsumoto’s Charming Frog Street
A visit to the mountain city of Matsumoto wouldn’t be complete without a stroll down Nawate Street. Just 10 minutes’ walk from Matsumoto Castle, the quaint Nawate-dori looks as though it’s been plucked from the pages of...
Japanese Cosmetics: Our Favorites to Shop for in Japan
While Korean cosmetics have taken the spotlight in recent years, many Japanese makeup brands have become cult favorites for their high quality and cuteness. Best of all, many of these can be easily found at drugstores and variety stores like Don Quixote...
Japanese Skincare: Our Top Picks for Flawless Skin
Japanese women are world-renowned for having flawless skin, and intricate, multi-step skincare routines to maintain it. As a result, skincare is a huge category here, and savvy shoppers can do some serious damage to their bank accounts! But, all of that choice...
Canal City: A Shopping Oasis in Central Fukuoka
Called the oasis within the city, Canal City is a massive complex housing hundreds of shops, a theatre, game centre, cinemas, two hotels and a namesake canal that winds through it all. With everything you need to shop until you drop, rest...
