Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Tourism Life Network Editorial Department
Whenever I tell people around me that I’m going to Japan, many immediately ask me to do some shopping for them. Among the wide range of products, pharmacy and novelty items are the most popular and easy to carry—whether as souvenirs or for personal use, they’re a great choice. Coupled with the Japanese government adding pharmaceutical and cosmetic products to the tax-free list this year and the yen hitting a record 17-year low, these incentives make it feel like you simply can’t not shop. Below, we’ve especially compiled a list of the most popular must-buy items at Japanese pharmacies that travelers from our country often go for. If you don’t know where to start, consider these picks.
The falling yen and tax-free pharmacy goods—things you absolutely can’t miss when in Japan. (Image source / shop-matsukiyo)
● Facial Care Products
Hada Labo Gokujyun Ultimate Moisturizing Lotion (Gold), Hada Labo UV Whitening Essence UV Protection (Blue)
KOSE Sekkisei
DHC Lip Balm
Kao Steam Eye Mask
ANEBO Enzyme Facial Wash Powder
Curel Drying Care Makeup Remover
Anessa Sunscreen
SHISEIDO DX20 High Moisture Emulsion
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s liquid waterproof Band-Aid, which offers waterproofing, antibacterial properties, and convenience, is a highly popular pharmacy item. (Image source / Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.)
New Bifidus S is suitable for those with stomach discomfort or constipation. (Image source / Bifidus Pharmaceutical)
● Medicines
PAIR Acne Treatment
ROHTO Pharmaceutical NANO EYE Eye Drops
Mentholatum ACNEGIA Series (for adult acne/stress acne)
EVE Pain Relief Tablets (EVE-A Tablets, EVE Quick Tablets)
Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s liquid waterproof Band-Aid
Mentholatum AD Ointment
Taisho Pharmaceutical Mouth Ulcer Patches
Wakamoto Gastrointestinal Medicine
Shinruru All-in-One Cold Medicine
KOWA Mosquito Bite Itch Relief Liquid
New Bifidus S
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