By / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Team Compilation & Report
Over the past year, the depreciation of the Japanese yen has driven Taiwanese travelers—who have always loved visiting Japan—even wilder. In addition to seizing the opportunity to travel, a shopping craze has emerged. From the most popular high-performance multi-cooker steam ovens to home helper robot vacuum cleaners and other high-end home appliances, they’ve all become must-buy targets for bargain hunters. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best-value electronics most favored by Taiwanese, so take advantage of the weak yen—buy now and save!
It’s most cost-effective to buy electronics in Japan right now thanks to the exchange rate difference. (Image source / alphacityguides)
●Steam Oven MRO-NBK5000
The steam oven has been the most popular home appliance among Taiwanese travelers to Japan in recent years. This one machine combines the functions of an air fryer, microwave, rice cooker, and oven, making it an incredibly high-value, high-performance cooking appliance.
The steam oven is a hot item for Taiwanese shoppers in Japan. (Image source / youtube)
●Dyson Vacuum Cleaner
The powerful Dyson vacuum cleaner is highly recommended by anyone who’s used it. The price gap between Taiwan and Japan was already around NT$10,000, and now the exchange rate makes it even more worthwhile.
The powerful Dyson vacuum cleaner is the best helper for cleaning your home. (Image source / dyson)
●Dyson Hot + Cool Jet Focus Fan Heater / Fan
Combining the functions of a fan and a heater, it can be used all year round. Plus, its bladeless design makes it safe and quiet to use.
●Panasonic Negative Ion Hair Dryer (EH-NA56, EH-NA96, EH-NA26)
The Panasonic negative ion hair dryer, even recommended by a Taiwanese Mandopop queen, leaves hair extra moisturized and smooth, making it a favorite among female travelers.
Negative ion hair dryers are now a must-buy item for many women traveling to Japan. (Image source / global.rakuten)
●Panasonic Bread Maker SD-BH10000, SD-BMT1000T
The Panasonic bread maker not only lets you easily DIY delicious bread but can also make noodles and mochi. Coupled with its growing reputation in Taiwan, it’s especially beloved by food-loving travelers.
With a bread maker, you can make healthy, tasty bread at home yourself. (Image source / panasonic)
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