Six recommended “made in Japan” gifts you can buy in Tokyo

27.October.2017 | FEATURES / SPOT

“I want to buy a good “made in Japan” gift!” No doubt there are many tourists to Japan who think like this. In this article we want to introduce to you six gift items that MMN highly recommends.

 

 “H TOKYO” – A handkerchief specialty store where Japanese designs are popular

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“H TOKYO” is the handkerchief specialty store which is located on the 3rd floor of KITTE.  From illustrators to novelists, these handkerchiefs are the result of many artist collaborations. The handkerchiefs line the shop, filling up the display areas. Patterns and traditional Japanese designs such as these can only be found in Tokyo. You can also purchase badges and uchiwa fans, small items made from the fabric of the handkerchiefs and many KITTE limited items that cannot be obtained anywhere else.

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You can also purchase personalized handkerchiefs with initials, messages and even embroidery. Many foreign visitors and other tourists who are staying in Tokyo for a while choose to order their designs and then collect them before returning home.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/54580

 

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“H TOKYO” Marunouchi store

Address:3rd floor KITTE, 2-7-2, Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo

Access: Approx. 1 min walk from JR/Marunouchi line (Tokyo Station), approx. 2 min walk from Chiyoda line (Nijubashimae Station)

Opening hours 11:00-21:00 (Open until 20.00 on national holidays)

Fixed holidays:Decided by KITTE

Telephone number:03-6256-0811

URL:http://htokyo.com/

 

 

Chopstick specialty store, Morita” in Asakusa

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The chopstick specialty store called Morita,” a popular store on Nakamise Street, has variety of chopsticks from the reasonable ones to luxurious ones. They have a great variety of chopsticks along with many original items.

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Chopsticks are an item that represents Japanese culture. They  also have cute chopstick rests. They are tiny and easy to carry around so they made for a great souvenir.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/37162

 

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Morita

Address:1-30-1  Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Hours:10:00AM to 6:00PM

Holiday:Open 7 days a week

URL:http://asakusanioideyo.com/detail/30_73_%E9%81%8A%E8%86%B3%20%E3%83%A2%E3%83%AA%E3%82%BF/

 

 

“Coci la elle” in Daikanyama where you can get your very own colorful umbrella!

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“Coci la elle” originally stocked only one type of umbrella when it opened, a type made for protecting you from the sun. They now own a second shop in Daikanyama which opened in April this year in addition to the main shop and studio in Kiyosumi-shirakawa.

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The closest station is Daikanyama Station via the Tōkyū Tōyoko Line.  The station is only 1 stop from Shibuya and so is conveniently accessible.

Coci la elle offers vibrant umbrellas in all types of colours and designs to brighten your day when those rainy days get you down. They also have umbrellas that will protect you from the blistering sun on those scorching days while also making you feel elegant at the same time.

Coci la elle doesn’t just stock umbrellas either. They also offer cute raincoats designed just like a classic raincoat, high quality big-sized scarves made from 100% silk, fun handkerchiefs with an original Coci la elle design, sun umbrellas all handmade by the staff, and more.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/48470

 

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Coci la elle Swan

Address: 14-5 Hachiyama-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Access: 8-minute walk from the front entrance of Daikanyama Station via the Tōkyū Tōyoko Line / 13-minute walk from the West Exit of Shibuya Station / 1-minute walk from the JR

Business Hours: 12:00-20:00

Holidays: No holidays

URL:http://www.cocilaelle.com/

 

 

 

Ginza Gekko-so Art Supply Store” where you can purchase original stationaries

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Ginza Gekko-so Art Supply Store” is located In Hanatsubaki Street, Ginza 8 Chome. It is a historical art supply store that was established in 1917. This store only carries original art supply products.

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The products include colors, brushes and sketch books made by the craftsman and have a horn emblem that signature “call good friends.” They have been creating high quality art supplies, and so many colorful paintings such as oil colors, water colors and gouache placed all over the wall can be seen.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/37898

 

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Address:8-7-2 Eiju Building 1F・B1F, Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Hours:11:00AM to 7:00PM.

Holiday:Year end and New Year Holidays.

Only 1st floor painting material department is closed on Wednesday.

(The following day if it falls on a public holiday)

URL: http://gekkoso.jp/

 

 

“Wa-no Utsuwa Dengama” – a shop specializing in Japanese pottery located in Kappabashi

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The owner of this shop stockes pottery directly from pottery producers from all over Japan.  At this shop, Kutani, Mino, Shigaraki, Arita, Masuko and other Japanese traditional dishes are available.

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The shop has an extensive lineup from daily-use dishes to masterpieces of well-known pottery producers.  You can find daily-use dishes on the first floor, and high-quality one-of-a-kind items, which are made by pottery artists, on the second floor.

Dishes that make your life more vivid await you at “Wa-no Utsuwa Dengam.”  Come find a special pottery item for yourself, or get one as a present for your loved one.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/41748

 

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Wa-no Utsuwa Dengama

Address:1-4-3 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo

Hours:10:00AM to 7:00PM

Holiday:Open 7 days a week(Closed on January 1st – 3rd only)

URL:http://www.dengama.jp/

 

 

 MOSHI MOSHI BOX in Harajyuku offers “Made in Japan” – KENDAMA

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Harajuku fashion and culture reporters ASOBISYSTEM and culture creating shop BEAMS have teamed up to create a new project called “ASOBEAMS”. They will be producing all new Tokyo souvenirs, starting with their first item, “KENDAMA TOHOKO”, the classic kentama toy.

 

Designed by a Harajuku artist, the kendama are being made by the worldwide respected kentama firmament Yamagata Workshop. These kendama are now being sold at MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Information Center locate very near Harajuku’s Takeshita Street.

 

Detailed information:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/11654

 

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MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Information Center

Address: 1F 3-23-5 Jingu-mae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Hours: 10:00〜18:00

Holidays: None

URL:http://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/box

 

We wish you luck in finding a Japan-limited, “Made in Japan” souvenir to your liking!

 

 

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  • Travel Q&A: Where Can I Buy Cheap, Standard Souvenirs in Tokyo?

    16.August.2018 | FEATURES / SPOT

    Tokyo has to be one of the most fun cities for finding souvenirs. But you might be left spoilt for choice wondering where to go. So we’ve compiled a list of shops where you can buy great Japanese souvenirs at a low price all situated in easy-to-find locations

     

    These shops aren’t just used by foreign tourists, they’re used by Japanese people too, so you can rest assured you’ll be getting good quality items at a good price!

     

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    1.Matsumotokiyoshi

    You’ll find this drug store easily with its trademark yellow sign. They sell high quality Japanese cosmetics, medical supplies, daily necessities and more priced lower than their regular prices elsewhere. Most of the time you’ll be able to spot this shop surrounding the major stations in Tokyo. It’s a very popular shopping spot, with Japanese people young and old going there daily. Get your hands on popular cosmetics by Shiseido for a low price or stock up on medicines amongst many other things.

     

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    Matsumotokiyoshi Website:http://www.matsukiyo.co.jp

     

     

    2.Don Quijote

    There’s no one in Japan that doesn’t know about this discount store. It’s so popular there’s over 30 branches in Tokyo alone. They sell pretty much anything you can thick of from snacks, food and drinks to clothes, cosplay toys, merchandise, daily necessities and much more. You’ll get lost in the maze of shelves all of which overflow with different items. If you’re looking for something a little different for a souvenir, then look nowhere else.

     

    We even made an article on popular souvenirs in Don Quijote which you can read here.

     

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    Don Quijote Website:http://www.donki.com

     

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    3.Tokyu Hands

    If you’re seeking out kawaii stationery you can’t find outside of Japan as well as other convenient Japanese everyday use items then Tokyu Hands is the place to go. They have branches in Tokyo, Shibuya, Ginza, Shinjuku and elsewhere, making it a great place to stop by when you’re shopping or sightseeing. They stock a lot of products but it’s not like a discount store such as Don Quijote where everything is scattered around, so you can feel more relaxed as you search for a souvenir.

     

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    Tokyu Hands Website:https://www.tokyu-hands.co.jp

     

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    4.LOFT

    Like Tokyu Hands, LOFT stocks a lot of different products. Japanese people use this shop often for birthday presents for friends and family. There’s over 25 branches in Tokyo including Shibuya and Shinjuku making it another easy place to get to. They also have lots of Japan-made kawaii stationery which makes it a very popular spot amongst foreign tourists.

     

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    LOFT Website:https://www.loft.co.jp

     

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    5.Yodobashi Camera

    If it’s electronics you want, then no place is better than Yodobashi Camera. This huge chain sells all kinds of high tech Japanese equipment from PCs to cameras and other electronic items.

     

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    Yodobashi Camera Website:https://www.yodobashi.com

     

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    6.KIDDY LAND

    Japanese merchandise for characters like Hello Kitty and My Melody is very popular overseas too. KIDDY LAND sells a huge range of character goods including plenty that cannot be found overseas. There’s 8 branches in Tokyo including Harajuku, so if you’re a lover of iconic Japanese characters then you’re going to love this place.

     

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    KIDDY LAND Website:https://www.kiddyland.co.jp

     

     

    Make use of our list and find the perfect souvenirs for yourself, your family and your friends!

  • Build Your Own Tokyo Tower & Osaka Castle With These Souvenir Build Kits

    10.August.2018 | SPOT

    Gotopura are releasing these build-it-yourself kits based on Tokyo Tower and Osaka Castle which will be available early this month at souvenir shops, stations and airports in Tokyo.

    Before the kits are disassembled from their frame, they spell out the name of the city the famous landmark is located in. In the case of the Tokyo Tower kit, the pieces spell the word “Tokyo” in Japanese kanji characters (東京) as pictured above. Similarly, the Osaka Castle kit spells out “Osaka” (大阪).

     

    These two products are the first in a planned series of built kits to come from Gotopura.

    Building the characters for “Tokyo” gives you a tall 140mm sized Tokyo Tower.

    Build Osaka Castle easy with just 15 pieces!

    You can also pick from red, clear blue and white versions.

     

    Pick up a kit to build on your way to visit either of these famous spots or get one as a souvenir to take home!

     

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    Gotopura

    Variations: Red / Clear Blue / White

    Price: ¥680 (Pre-Tax)

    Location: Gift shops, stations and airports in Tokyo

    Available: Early August 2018

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  • MOSHI MOSHI BOX Staff Recommends: 6 Tasty Souvenirs at Shinjuku Station

    10.March.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD

    It’s safe to say that a lot of people who travel around Tokyo use Shinjuku Station. There’s a lot of souvenir shops around there, but it can be difficult to know what to buy.

     

    In this article, the staff over at the MOSHI MOSHI BOX, Harajuku’s tourist information center loved by travelers, will introduce you to some places to pick up a great souvenir around Shinjuku station, all easily accessible via train lines and the shinkansen!

     

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    Ruki’s Recommendations (Spanish Staff) – “BAKE CHEESE TART”
    They have a crispy and fluffy texture! They’re sweet and really delicious.

    They’re tasty as they are, but I recommend eating them hot when the shop opens, that’s when they’re best♡

     

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    BAKE CHEESE TART – Shinjuku LUMINE EST Branch
    Address: LUMINE EST Shinjuku 1F, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: [Monday-Friday] 11:00-22:00 / [Weekends & Holidays] 10:30-22:00
    No Fixed Holidays. (Except when LUMINE EST Shinjuku is closed)
    Access: Inside JR Shinjuku Station
    TEL: 03-5925-8170
    Website: http://www.bake.co.jp/

     

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    Minimal’s Recommendations (Hong Kong Staff) – Cream Puffs at “Choux d’Enfer Paris”
    Cute, bite-sized cream puffs! The outside sugar is crunchy and the dough is light.

    They have regular flavours like custard and chocolate, but also Japanese-style flavours including cherry blossom and matcha.

     

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    Choux d’Enfer PARIS NEWoMan – Shinjuku Branch
    Address: NEWoMan (Inside Shinjuku Station at New South Exit), 5-24-55 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 8:00~22:00
    No Fixed Holidays.
    Access: Inside JR Shinjuku Station at New South Exit
    TEL: 03-3354-2181
    Website: http://choux-d-enfer-paris.jp

     

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    Banako’s Recommendations (Chinese-Speaking Staff) – “Ginza Cozy Corner”
    Ginza Cozy Corner sells delicious western-style confectioneries. I recommend their matcha flavoured yakikashi (baked sweets)! They’re made with carefully selected high quality ingredients such as Uji matcha and Uji houjicha that will make you feel relaxed. You can enjoy a combination of traditional Japan and western-style confectionery!

     

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    Ginza Cozy Corner – JR Shinjuku Station South Exit Grounds
    Address: JR Shinjuku Station South Exit Grounds, 3-38-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 9:00-23:00
    No Fixed Holidays.
    Access: JR Shinjuku Station South Exit Grounds
    TEL: 03-3346-0192
    Website: http://www.cozycorner.co.jp/

     

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    Midori’s Recommendations (Miss ID Semifinalist) – Pochiokaki at “Hyouhyouan”
    These crunchy rice crackers come in decorative envelopes with beautiful Edo designs! They can of course be given as a New Year’s gift, and are a sign of good luck as a celebratory present. The rice crackers are also made of a rare mochi rice from Toyama Prefecture. They will satisfy kids and adults alike.

     

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    Hyouhyouan
    Address: NEWoMan SHINJUKU 2F, 5-24-55 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 08:00-22:00
    Access: 30-minutes’ on foot from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit
    TEL: 03-6380-1377
    Website: http://www.kakiyama.com/hyohyoan/

     

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    Ellie’s Recommendations (English-Speaking Staff) – Namasasara at “Yui”
    This shop sells cute bite-sized Japanese sweets. You can buy them from inside NEWoMan which is a shopping facility directly connected to Shinjuku Station. Each and every one of their fine confectioneries are carefully handmade by experts. They sell sweets individually too, so I recommend them as a little present!

     

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    Yui – NEWoMan Shinjuku
    Address: Yui NEWoMan Shinjuku 2F, 5-24-55 Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 8:00-22:00
    Access: 30-minutes’ on foot from JR Shinjuku Station South Exit
    TEL: 03-3353-5521
    Website: http://www.ryoguchiya-korekiyo.co.jp/

     

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    MOSHI MOSHI BOX 館長

    Shiota’s Recommendations (Director of MOSHI MOSHI BOX) – An Chocolate at “L’OLIOLI 365”
    “An Chocolate” is a steamed dessert made with red bean and chocolate. The center has two layers and the bottom is a red bean and chocolate mousse. They have plenty of flavours including apricot jam, caramel, matcha and more.

     

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    L’OLIOLI 365 – Shinjuku Isetan Branch
    Address: Shinjuku Isetan B1F, 3-14-1 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
    Opening Hours: 10:30-20:00
    No Fixed Holidays. (Except when Isetan is closed)
    Access: 4-minutes on foot from Shinjuku Station via any line
    TEL: 03-3352-1111
    Website:  http://www.anniversary-web.co.jp/lolioli/text/top.html

     

    Did you enjoy the staff’s list?

     

    If you find yourself stuck on what to buy as a gift, then be sure to reference this article. Have a wonderful trip in Tokyo♫

     

  • MOSHI MOSHI BOX staff recommends 6 Tokyo souvenirs!

    19.February.2018 | FEATURES / FOOD / SPOT

    Tokyo Station is a station used by many tourists. When you visit Tokyo, of course, you will want to buy some souvenirs. But you may wonder, what souvenirs are “good” Tokyo souvenirs?

    In this article, the staff of MOSHI MOSHI BOX Harajuku Tourist Information Center, who love to travel, will introduce to you some recommended souvenirs which can be bought in and around Tokyo Station.

    “Ohana no Babaroa Ball Cake”recommended by our Spanish staff, Luki.

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    I am sure that this gift is suitable to be given to women who loves flowers.

    The product uses eatable flowers and has a gorgeous looking/splendid taste.

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    Hana no Babaroa havaro

    Address: Tokyo Station Ichibangai (first shopping area) 1F TOKYO ME+, 1-9-1, Marunouchi, Chiyodaku, Tokyo

    Business hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 to 2:30, Saturday, Sunday, holidays 9:00 to 20:00

    Fixed holidays: None

    Access: Near the ticket-collecting area of North Yaesu Exit/Entrance, Tokyo

    TEL:03-3218-0051

    URL:http://www.hana-no-babaroa.com/

     

     

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    “Torotoro Yaki Cup Cheese” recommended by our Hong Konger staff, Minimal.

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    A very popular product where some days about 4,000 pieces are sold in a day! The combination of the melty cream cheese and crunchy cookie tart is awesome.

    You can enjoy the product by heating it or cooling it.

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    Fromage Terra

    Address: Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit/Entrance’s ticket collecting area, Keiyo Street 1F, 1-9-1, Marunouchi, Chiyodaku, Tokyo

    Business hours: 8:00 to 21:00

    Access: Inside Keiyo Street, JR Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit/Entrance
    TEL:03-6256-0845
    URL:http://terraconfect.tokyo/fromageterra/

     

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    “Siretoco Doughnut”recommdend by our Chinese-speaking staff, Banako

    Many cute animals are place on top of a doughnut and of course, the doughnuts taste good.

    Each animal is very cute and there are Tokyo Station-limited variations!

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    Siretoco Factory Tokyo Station Keiyo Street Store

    Address: 1-9-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo

    Business hours: 8:00 to 22:00

    Access: Right side of Keiyo Street near JR Tokyo Station Yaesu South Exit/Entrance
    TEL:03-3218-8022
    URL:http://siretoco23.com/

     

     

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    “Tokyo Banana – Banana Yogurt Flavor” recommended by the Miss ID Semi-Finalist, Midori.

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    Did you know that a new version of Tokyo Banana (a very famous sweets item of Tokyo), a collaborative item with the panda cub in Ueno Zoo called Xiang Xiang, was released!?

    The flavor of the product is banana & yogurt. Eating this item will feel a bit “mottainai”to eat. That is, it looks too cute to be eaten because the illustration of the panda cub is so cute!

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    Tokyo Banana – Panda Banana Yogurt Flavor “Miitsuketa”

    Price: 515 yen – 4 pieces / 1,080 yen – 8 pieces / 1,595 yen – 12 pieces (all prices include tax)

    Access: Tokyo Banana Aka Renga Building (inside the ticket collecting area)

    URL:http://www.tokyobanana.jp/products/banana_panda.html

     

     

     

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    “Gomatamago” recommended by our English-speaking staff, Ellie.

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    This sweets item is a standard souvenir of Tokyo. The black sesame paste, and black sesame jam are wrapped inside a castella sponge cake and the whole cake is coated with a white chocolate.

    The splendid harmony of the 4 layers is addictive. The shape of the product which looks like an egg is very cute♡ The name, Gomatamago means, “goma” = “sesame” and “tamago”=”egg.”

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    Address: Daimaru Tokyo Store 1F, 1-9-1, Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo

    Business hours: <Monday to Friday> 10:00 to 21:00, <Saturday, Sunday and holidays> 10:00 to 20:00

    ※The business hours are as same as the Daimaru Tokyo Store

    Fixed holidays: as same as Daimaru Tokyo Store

    Access: JR Tokyo Station, near the north exit/entrance ticket collecting area
    TEL:03-3212-8011
    URL:http://www.tokyotamago.com/

     

     

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    “Tokyo Hiyoko” recommended by the director of MOSHI MOSHI BOX, Shiota.

    A standard Tokyo souvenir dessert comprised of a sweet bean jam wrapped in a soft dough.

    Don’t miss the various of flavors which are sold for a limited time offers!

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    Tokyo Hiyoko Tokyo Meika Hiyoko

    Available places: Souvenir stores in Tokyo including Daimaru Tokyo Store

    Price: 605 yen – 5 pieces / 1,080 yen – 9 pieces / 2,160 yen – 18 pieces (all prices include tax)

    URL:http://www.tokyo-hiyoko.co.jp/

     

     

    How did you like our MOSHI MOSHI BOX staff recommended Tokyo souvenirs? Please refer to this article when you are not sure which Tokyo souvenir to buy. Let’s have fun in Tokyo!

     

  • Best store to purchase panda souvenirs! Matsuzakaya Ueno Store holds “Panda No. 1 Grand Prix”

    08.April.2018 | FOOD / SPOT

    With the birth of the panda cub, Xiang Xiang Ueno’s panda bear fever is on the rise. All kinds of panda menu items and souvenirs are gaining popularity.
    In line with this excitement, Matsuzakaya Ueno Store has announced that they are going to hold the event titled, “Panda No. 1 Grand Prix” on the food floor of the department store so as to survey which is the most popular panda menu item. Twenty-five food items were chosen out of the approximately 50 panda menu items by buyers recommendations. If you are looking to purchase a panda food item, this is the place to head for. Here, we will introduce to you just a few of these panda food items.

     

    パンダまん

    <Heichinroh> Panda Man (bun with bean-jam filling) 453 yen per bun / Basement 1F

     

    パンダいなり

    <Taro> Panda inari (sushi wrapped in fried bean curd) 594 yen / Basement 1F

     

    栗あんパンダまんじゅう

    <Obusedo> Kurian Panda Manju (bun with chestnut / bean-jam filling) 2 buns 594 yen / 1F

     

    パンダちらし

    <Sapporo Kaniya> Panda chirashi (sushi topped with variety of ingredients) Basement 1F

     

    赤ちゃんパンダ

    <Shinjuku Takano> Akachan (baby) Panda  1 item 756 yen / 1F

     

    パンダバタークッキー

    <Juchheim> Panda Butter Cookie  12 cookies 648 yen / 1F

     

    In addition, there are lots of other cute panda bear souvenirs. From the 25 recommended panda bear items, the NO.1 will be chosen. All customers who purchase a panda item worth over 200 yen will be given a ballot sheet. All you have to do is fill in the necessary information along with registering your choice and stuff this into the ballot box. After the voting is closed 5 lucky persons who casted their vote will win shopping coupons worth 3000 yen of one of the top 3 items.

     

    For all who are wondering which panda souvenir to buy, head on over to Matsuzakaya Ueno store.

     

     

    ■Information

    Matsuzakaya Ueno Store
    Address: 3-29-5 Ueno, Daito-ku Tokyo
    Hours: 10:00-20:00
    Holidays: New Years day
    TEL:03-3832-1111

    Website:https://www.matsuzakaya.co.jp/index.html

     

  • 12 Summer Souvenirs to Pick Up at Tokyo Station

    01.August.2018 | FOOD / SPOT

    The hardest thing when travelling is deciding what souvenirs to take back home for friends and family. We have compiled a list of recommended souvenirs that are perfect for 2018 summertime and can be picked up from Tokyo Station right now.

     

    Souvenir Theme: Refreshing

    1: Ryoukansui (Minamoto Kitchoan / GRANSTA) – ¥1,080 (Tax Included)
    Kingyokukan, a type of sweet jelly, is piled on top of lemon and lime flavoured sweet bean jelly and topped with more sweet jelly cut into sweetfish and maple shapes. Available until the end of August 2018.

     

    2: Cream Bread with Coffee Jelly (Hattendo / Ecute Keiyo Street) – ¥260 Each (Tax Included)

    Hattendo have created a new texture by combining cream and coffee flavoured jelly. This is a very summery dessert. Available until August 31, 2018.

     

    3: Fruit Dango (Rokube / Ecute Tokyo) – ¥345 Each (Tax Included)
    A combination of chewy dango and three different fresh jelly flavours: strawberry, mango or blueberry. Their colourful and refreshing appearance make them a perfect summer treat. Available until August 31, 2018.

     

    Souvenir Theme: Fruits

    1: Set of 9 Cube Jellies (DOCLE FELICE / GRANSTA) – ¥1,944 (Tax Included)

    These cube shaped jellies are made using only carefully selected fruits grown in Japan. There are six flavours: apple, pear, white peach, melon, grape, and orange. Limited stock – will discontinue once sales end.

     

    2: Jelly Peche (Shinseido Parlour / Ecute Tokyo) – ¥540 Each (Tax Included)

    This white peach jelly is mixed with refreshing pineapple and passion fruit. Available until the end of September 2018 and at the Ecute Tokyo branch of Shinseido Parlour only.

     

    3: Baked Cup Cheese Mango (Fromage Terra / Ecute Tokyo Keiyo Street) – ¥324 Each (Tax Included)

    Baked cup cheese is a very popular product in Japan, and these ones are topped with a mango paste. Ensured to cool you down in summer. Available until September 2, 2018 at the Ecute Keiyo Street branch of Fromage Terra only.

     

    Souvenir Theme: Tokyo Station Limited Edition

    1: Tokyo Suzu Senbei (Fujimidou / GRANSTA) – ¥1,530 (Tax Included)

    This popular product is available only at Tokyo Station and is made using carefully selected ingredients. They are a bell-shaped senbei, or rice cracker, themed on the silver bell located in Tokyo Station, a popular meeting spot.

     

    2: Tokyo Anpan Cake (Tokyo Anpan Mame Ichizu / Ecute Tokyo) – ¥480 Each (Tax Included)

    This pancake is filled with reduced sugar red bean paste from Tokachi in Hokkaido, large grain red beans, and butter. If you love Japanese red bean paste then this hearty serving is sure to satisfy your taste buds!

     

    3: Marcoloni Biscuit (Pierre Marcoloni / GRANSTA) – ¥3,564 (Tax Included)

    A biscuit that marries together rich couverture chocolate and fragrant ginger.

     

    Souvenir Theme: Station Building Packaging

    1: Shinkansen CAVA (Wine Shop ENOTECA / GRANSTA Marunouchi) – ¥2,700 (Tax Included))

    This sparkling wine comes in a pop art design of the shinkansen at Tokyo Station. We recommend this wine for people who don’t like sweet alcohol and alcohol lovers in general.

     

    2: Baumkuchen Almond [Contains 7] (Meisterstücke Juchheim / Ecute Tokyo) – ¥1,080 (Tax Included)

    These baumkuchen are almond flavoured and come in a packaging design featuring the Tokyo Station building. Available from August 13.

     

    3: TOKYO☆Summer Station Building (Siretoco Donuts / Ecute Keiyo Street) – ¥420 Each (Tax Included)

    These summer version doughnuts from Siretoco feature the bricks on the Tokyo Station building. Available until September 3.

     

    If you’re lost on what souvenirs to buy at Tokyo Station, then be sure to use this list as reference!

     

    ■Information

    GRANSTA (Inside Ticket Gates)

    Address: JR Tokyo Station, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm (Until 9:00pm on Sundays)

    Website: http://www.tokyoinfo.com/shop/mall/gransta/

     

    GRANSTA Marunouchi (Outside Ticket Gates)

    Address: JR Tokyo Station, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm (Until 9:00pm on Sundays)

    Website: http://www.tokyoinfo.com/shop/mall/gransta/

     

    Ecute Tokyo

    Address: JR Tokyo Station, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 9:00am-10:00pm

    Website: https://www.ecute.jp/tokyo

     

    Ecute Tokyo Keiyo Street

    Address: JR Tokyo Station, 1-9-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Opening Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm

    Website: https://www.ecute.jp/keiyostreet

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    Instagramでこのプロフィールを見る

     

    もっと、もーっと!くまもっと。【熊本県観光公式】(@kumamotto.official) • Instagram写真と動画

     

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    [Official Hokkaido Tourism Association] GoodDay Hokkaido

     

    Instagramでこのプロフィールを見る

     

    GoodDay北海道(@goodday_hokkaido) • Instagram写真と動画

     

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    [Ome / Okutama] Umetama

     

    Instagramでこのプロフィールを見る

     

    うめたま|OME&OKUTAMA TOKYO(@umetama.official) • Instagram写真と動画

     

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    20.January.2022 | Uncategorized

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    For the encore of the first live show, Kyary wore a collaboration logo T-shirt inspired by Suzuhiro Kamaboko, a company in Kanagawa Prefecture. The artist also introduced the project and its aim to the excited audience. More collaborations will be announced through July 2021.

     

    Check out the ‘LOCAL POWER JAPAN Project’ website for more details!

     

    Comment from Kyary Pamyu Pamyu

    “This tour is to commemorate my tenth anniversary, and as I travel all over Japan to express my gratitude to those who have supported me over the past decade, I also want to do something for everyone else. I’m happy to support these local companies and I’d like to work with them to revitalize the entire country. We’ll be engaging in all sorts of collaborations around Japan, so look forward to it!”


     

    January 16, Kanagawa Performance: Suzuhiro Kamaboko

    Suzuhiro Kamaboko, a long-established fish paste store in Odawara that has been in business for 156 years, has agreed to take part in the project. Their normally navy blue brand logo has received a major makeover in colorful pink, green, and purple hues. 

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    *Otono Kuni (From 4th Album ‘Japamyu,’ 2018)
    Streaming Links: https://lnk.to/otonokuni

     

    January 29, Gunma Performance: Oginoya Kamameshi

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    *Tsukematsukeru (1st Single, 2012)
    Streaming Links: https://lnk.to/tsukematsukeru

     

    May 20, Fukushima Performance: Kourakuen

    Kyary will appear in commercials for Kourakuen as part of the project. The company started as a small diner in Aizuwakamatsu and is now is a national chain of ramen restaurants serving over 54 million people a year! The new logo and collaboration details will be revealed at a later date, so keep an eye out!

  • Kyary Pamyu Pamyu Explores Tomakomai, Hokkaido in New Tour Video

    22.December.2021 | MUSIC / SPOT

    Kyary Pamyu Pamyu is introducing potential travelers to the charms of Tomakomai, Hokkaido in a new two-part tourism video on her YouTube channel. 

     

    In the new videos, fans can see Kyary in a new light very unlike her onstage persona. Along with her tour guides, she travels for two days around this gorgeous city on Japan’s northernmost island.
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    Who is the one who invited Kyary to Tomakomai anyway? Fans will have to watch to find out. Whether living in Japan or dreaming about visiting someday, these videos are sure to inspire a future trip.

     

  • Model Shibata Saki’s Trip to Mie Prefecture to Air on BS12 for 2 Consecutive Weeks

    18.November.2021 | SPOT

    On November 18 and November 25, national free broadcasting service BS12 will air ‘NEXT TRIP: A Luxury Resort Trip to Ise and Shima.’ The host for the excursion will be popular model Shibata Saki (nicknamed Shibasaki), who is a well-known figure to women of all ages.

    NEXT TRIP is a new travel program that helps travelers figure out where to go next. The theme of the series is “Where should I go once the world settles down?” From visiting popular city spots to faraway resorts in Japan and abroad, the show aims to introduce people to locations they haven’t discovered yet, showcasing what the world has to offer. Those watching should keep a lookout for spectacular scenery, gourmet local food, outdoor activities, and so much more. 

     

    [Part 1] November 18, 2021, 9:00 – ‘NEXT TRIP: A Journey to Ise’

    In this episode, Saki Shibata travels to Ise, Mie Prefecture, first visiting Ise Shrine to pay her respects. The shrine is one of the holiest and important sites in the Shinto faith and was said to be established in the year 4 BCE. After visiting the Inner Shrine on a bright and sunny morning, Shibata travels to the ancient Okage Yokocho street to find some souvenirs and enjoy a local cafe to enjoy Ise’s famous rice cakes and traditional Japanese sweets. For lunch, she visits a very retro western-style building. At the nearby Ise Ninja Kingdom, guests can wear ninja costumes, and Shibata does just that! As the day comes to an end, Shibata opts to stay at a luxurious ryokan, Ikyuu, and highlights the incredible dinner and other services the lodging offers.

     

    Air Date: November 18, 2021 / 9:00-10:00

     

    [Part 2] November 25, 2021, 9:00 – ‘NEXT TRIP: A Luxury Resort Trip to Ise and Shima’ 

    The second part of the trip begins with cycling. Visiting the famous Married Couple Rocks on the coast of Futami, Shibata sets out for Shima. After enjoying the breathtaking view from the ‘Mailbox in the Sky’ on the Ise-Shima Skyline, she stays at a resort overlooking the Shima coast. Guests are welcome to take a leisurely stroll around the grounds and enjoy a luxury cruise or dinner. The sunset is something Saki Shibata will surely never forget.

     

    Air Date: November 25, 2021 / 9:00-10:00

     

    Where do you want to travel in Japan once the world settles down?

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