It’s almost Valentine’s Day, which means there are Valentine’s Day chocolate shopping events at department stores in Tokyo. Of course they sell normal chocolates, but they also sell cute ones, or very “Japanese” ones that would make great gifts. Below are two department stores holding Valentine’s Day events and some of the interesting chocolates that […]
Learm moreTokyo, especially around some of the larger train stations seems like one huge shopping center, and what better place to buy something for your friends back home! Everyone has their own idea of what makes a perfect gift to give to the ones they love, but here are some suggestions of those gifts and where […]
Learm moreWhile much of Tokyo is costly to travel and be entertained in, there is one small saving grace, and that is the 100yen shops. While there are many to choose from, offering anything under the sun, there are several I prefer. Lawson Store 100, Flet’s, and Daiso. All offer everything from edible products to cleaning […]
Learm moreLet’s create your own Kit Kat Do you know you can create your own designed Kit Kat package in Japan? You can choose among 2 flavors between Milk chocolate (red) and Bitter chocolate (black). The price are 2,310 yen for the red ones and 2,520 yen for the black ones. All you have to do […]
Learm moreNestle Japan gives a BIG “Thank you” to Japan with a limited edition Kit Kat! Celebrating the 40th anniversary release of Kit Kat in Japan and to show their gratitude, Nestle Japan has released a limited edition “Thank You” Kit Kat. There are three chocolate flavors and an “Android Kit Kat” flavor, a collaboration between […]
Learm moreKit Kat means “sure to win” in Japanese Japan is the world’s 2nd-largest Kit Kat consumer behind UK, where the chocolate crisp was born in 1935. The word “Kit Kat” sounds similar to the phrase “Kitto Katsu (sure to win)” in Japanese and is perfect as a small gift to someone who needs a good […]
Learm moreThere is a new version of this blog with updated information. Please view it here: 5 Best Shopping Areas in Tokyo You Must Not Miss – Planetyze. If you are interested in fashion, do you know first thing you must do in this season in Tokyo? Checking out the autumn collection! This land of wonders […]
Learm moreHello Kitty and Sanrio characters are much loved by the young girls and grown-ups all through the world. Sanrio has 4 different brand shops called “Gift Gate”, “Vivitix”, “Hello Kitty Store” and “Questina”. It also has “Sanrio World” as a flagship shop of all the 4 brands combined. More than that there is a huge […]
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