Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
Taiwanese travelers love purchasing Japanese pharmacy products, snacks (food), electronics, and other goods when visiting Japan. Thanks to the very favorable exchange rate of the Japanese yen, not only do Taiwanese tourists buy more while in Japan, but many also ask family and friends to shop on their behalf. Now that 2015 is coming to an end and a new year is arriving, what are the must-buy pharmacy items this time?
The weak yen and duty-free pharmacy products—these are absolute musts when visiting Japan. (Image source / shop-matsukiyo)
● TAIHO Pharmaceutical Mouth Ulcer Patch
The pain of mouth ulcers can often be unbearable. This Japan-exclusive patch for mouth ulcers prevents further irritation of the wound, reduces pain, and helps with healing. It’s a must-have remedy for many households.
Mouth ulcer patches help reduce pain from wounds during outbreaks. (Image source / TAIHO Pharmaceutical)
● Liquid Bandage
This practical liquid bandage forms a tight film over the wound after application. There's no need to worry about water exposure, and it even has alcohol-based disinfectant properties—extremely convenient.
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s liquid waterproof Band-Aid spray offers waterproofing, antibacterial benefits, and convenience, making it a very popular pharmacy item. (Image source / Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.)
●KOWAInsect Bite Anti-Itch Liquid
KOWA’s Insect Bite Anti-Itch Liquid effectively alleviates itching, redness, and swelling caused by insect bites.
●Fumakilla Freeze Insecticide Spray
Cockroaches are rampant in Taiwan during the summer. A wildly popular cockroach freeze spray has emerged in Japan, using a “heat of vaporization” mechanism to absorb heat from the object it contacts as the gas vaporizes—it can freeze cockroaches in just 4 seconds.
Fumakilla’s Freeze Insecticide can instantly freeze cockroaches. (Image provided by フマキラー)
●FANCL Collagen Tablets
Taking collagen supplements at the right time helps restore skin elasticity and is especially favored by women. Japan offers a variety of collagen products, and FANCL Collagen Tablets are not only easy to carry but also convenient to consume, making them a top choice when buying collagen.
● BellaLisso Aloe Gel
Made with 99% organically grown aloe, this aloe gel is recommended for use after sun exposure, exercise, or a shower. It can also be applied thickly on the face like a night mask. This popular beauty product is sold in Taiwan too, but since it remains cheaper in Japan, many still buy it for personal use or as gifts.
Moisturizing, clear, lightweight, and multi-purpose high-quality aloe gel. (Image provided by GLD)
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