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2026年07月

Hello travelers! 🇯🇵 日本を楽しんでいますか?


When you travel, you often need small things like a smartphone charger, a poncho for sudden rain, or cheap but cool souvenirs for your friends. In Japan, you don't need to spend a lot of money on these. Just go to a 100-Yen Shop (
百均 - Hyakkin)!

「えっ、これも100円(+tax)で買えるの!?」と、外国人が日本で一番感動する場所の一つが100円ショップです。 Today, well show you the best items to buy at 100-yen shops like DAISO, Seria, or CanDo!


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1. Travel Essentials / 旅行中に今すぐ必要な便利グッズ

If you forgot something at home, or if something broke during your trip, check the 100-yen shop first!

  • Charging Cables & Plugs (充電ケーブル・変換プラグ): They have cables for iPhones, Androids, and even USB adapters.
  • Rain Ponchos & Folding Umbrellas (レインコート・折りたたみ傘): Japan has sudden rain, especially during summer or typhoon seasons.
  • Wet Wipes & Hand Sanitizer (ウェットティッシュ): Very useful when eating street food at festival stalls (屋台 - Yatai)!
  • 日本語解説: 充電器を忘れたり、急な雨に降られたりした時、ホテルや観光地で高く買う必要はありません。100均のガジェットやレイングッズのクオリティは世界驚愕レベルです。

🍣 2. Cool & Cheap Souvenirs / 友達に喜ばれる日本らしいお土産

Finding souvenirs (お土産 - Omiyage) for many friends can be expensive. But 100-yen shops have an amazing "Japan Culture" section!

  • Sensu (扇子): Traditional Japanese folding fans with beautiful patterns like cherry blossoms (Sakura) or Mount Fuji.
  • Tenugui (手ぬぐい): Japanese cotton towels. You can use them as hand towels, placemats, or even wrap gifts.
  • Chopsticks (お箸): They have beautiful wooden chopsticks, some even decorated with cute anime characters or traditional patterns.
  • Japanese Stationery (文房具): High-quality pens, cute stickers, and Washi tape (マスキングテープ).

🍬 3. Unique Matcha & Wasabi Snacks / 限定お菓子も全部100円!

Supermarkets are great, but 100-yen shops have a fantastic lineup of snack-sized treats that are perfect for trying new flavors.

  • Matcha (Green Tea) Sweets: Chocolates, cookies, and candies.
  • Wasabi Snacks: Rice crackers (煎餅 - Senbei) with a sharp, spicy kick!
  • Unique KitKats & Hi-Chew: You can often find local or seasonal flavors in small bags.


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How to Find One? / お店の探し方

You can easily find them on Google Maps. Look for these famous brand names: 街中で見つけるときは、このロゴマークを探してみてくださいね。

  1. DAISO (ダイソー): The biggest one. You can find almost anything here.
  2. Seria (セリア): Very stylish, cute, and elegant designs. Popular for interior decor and cute stationery.
  3. CanDo (キャンドゥ): Great selection of character goods (like Sanrio or anime collaborations).

Summary / まとめ

Before going to expensive souvenir shops, take a 10-minute walk inside a 100-yen shop. You will definitely fall in love with it!

日本の100均は、安さだけでなくクオリティの高さで外国人を驚かせる最高のスポットです。旅の途中で困ったときや、お土産選びに迷ったときは、ぜひ足を運んでみてください!

Have a smart and fun shopping experience in Japan! 🛍️✨

 

 

PR 楽天)

 

楽天ポイントも貯まって、推し活にも使えて一石二鳥!!

 

ふるさと納税もやっています!

 


 

Hello travelers! Welcome to Japan! 🇯🇵 日本へようこそ!

When you come to Japan, you will see "Conveni" (convenience stores) everywhere. But Japanese convenience stores are NOT just normal stores. They are like magic bases that will save your trip!

「日本のコンビニはすごい」と聞いたことはありませんか? Today, well share 4 hidden features of Japanese convenience stores that every tourist should know!


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1. Need Cash? Go to 7-Eleven! / 現金が足りない時はセブン銀行へ!

Japan is getting more cashless, but you still need cash (Japanese Yen ) for small shops, temples, or street food.

  • Don't panic! You can use your international credit/debit cards at 7-Bank ATMs inside 7-Eleven.
  • The ATM supports multiple languages (English, Chinese, Korean, etc.), and its available 24/7!
  • 日本語解説: 外国人観光客が一番困る「現金の引き出し」。セブンイレブンのATMは海外カード対応で24時間使えるため、彼らにとって救世主のような存在です。


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2. Quick & Delicious Meals / 安くて激ウマなコンビニ飯

Japanese conveni food is high quality and very affordable. If you want to save money but eat well, try these:

  • Onigiri (おにぎり): Rice balls. Tuna Mayo (ツナマヨ) and Salmon (しゃけ) are global favorites!
  • Hot Snacks (レジ横スナック): Try "Famichiki" (ファミチキ) at FamilyMart or "Karaage-kun" (からあげクン) at Lawson. They are super juicy fried chicken! 🍗
  • How to warm it up? The staff will often ask you, "Atatame masu ka?" (Would you like it warmed up?). Just say, "Hai, onegai shimasu!" (Yes, please!).


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3. Print Ticket & Luggage Shipping / チケット印刷や荷物の発送まで!

Did you know the multi-function copy machine (コピー機) can do amazing things?

  • If you booked theme park tickets or museum tickets online, you can often print them out here.
  • Also, some convenience stores allow you to ship your heavy luggage (Sagawa / Yamato Transport) directly to the airport or your next hotel! 🧳
  • 日本語解説: 旅行中の荷物転送(宅急便)の手続きや、予約チケットの発見もコンビニで可能です。身軽に旅行したい外国人に大人気のサービスです。


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4. Clean Restrooms & Free Wi-Fi / トイレとWi-Fiに困ったら

When you are walking around the city and urgently need a restroom, look for a conveni sign.

  • Most convenience stores offer free, clean restrooms for customers.
  • Etiquette Tip: Its polite to buy a small item (like a drink or gum) if you use their restroom!
  • They also offer free Wi-Fi spots if you need to check your maps quickly.


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Useful Phrases at Conveni / コンビニで使えるミニ日本語

Spoon / Fork, please.   

スプーン/フォークをください。Supuun / Fooku o kudasai.

 

Plastic bag, please.      

袋をください(有料)。     Fukuro o kudasai.

 

No thank you. (When you don't need a bag/receipt)

大丈夫です / 結構です。         Daijobu desu.

 


Summary /
まとめ

Japanese convenience stores will be your best friend during your trip. 日本のコンビニは、旅行者の強い味方です。

Whenever you are hungry, lost, or need cash, just look for the bright neon signs! 困ったときは、近くのコンビニに駆け込んでみてくださいね。

Have a wonderful and convenient trip in Japan!

 

 

PR 楽天)

 

楽天ポイントも貯まって、推し活にも使えて一石二鳥!!

 

ふるさと納税もやっています!

 


 

 

 

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