When is the shopping discount season in Tokyo? Tokyo travel shopping guide

It's the one-year discount season soon. You have passed the Double Eleven, but friends who plan to travel to Tokyo in February or early next year must pay attention to it. Here are some suggestions about shopping in Tokyo.

The annual discount season in Tokyo is July-August and 12-65438+ 10. During this period, you can often buy it at a price of 50% or even lower. Among them, the year-end discount is even stronger, and various preferential packages and blessing bags will be launched. Shoppers won't miss it.

Popular shopping circle

There are many shopping areas in Tokyo. The most popular ones are as follows. Visitors can choose one or two according to their accommodation and points of interest; If you come shopping, you can also visit all these business districts.

List of characteristics of each business district

1. Shinjuku business district

Features: comprehensive one-stop shopping, price close to the people.

Buy: cosmeceuticals and clothing.

Shinjuku shopping area is the largest shopping area in Tokyo. Major Japanese department stores have buildings in Shinjuku, among which OIOIMarui Department Store and Lumine are unique to Japan. You must visit them! It is also an important transportation hub, and many places around Tokyo need to take a bus in Shinjuku. At the same time, kabukicho Street, which is famous for its nightlife, is also located in Shinjuku.

2. Ginza Business District

Features: luxury high-end first-line brand

Purchase: Uniqlo

Ginza is the most prosperous downtown area in Tokyo, with a superior geographical position, close to the Japanese Imperial Palace. Known as "the most expensive place in Asia", it symbolizes the prosperity of Japan. Here, there are many specialty stores, department stores, nightclubs and so on. At night, colorful neon lights are unpredictable, which is also a scene of "Night Ginza".

3. Akihabara Business Circle

Features: animation surrounding, small household appliance mall

Buy: Buy domestic appliances such as Sony, Nikon and Casio.

Akihabara is a gathering place for anime fans in Tokyo. There are all kinds of anime handicrafts here, and you can also see rows of "egg-twisting walls" along the way, which are suitable for all kinds of anime fans to collect. In addition, Akihabara also has various electrical specialty stores, and the prices of small electrical appliances such as Canon, Sony and Nikon in Japan are very affordable. If you want to experience the "maid restaurant" with Japanese characteristics, it must belong to Akihabara and you can feel another culture in Tokyo.

4. Omotesando Hills hilly and mountainous business district

Features: Fashionable, trendy and with a sense of design.

Buy: fashion brands, fashion.

It is synonymous with Tokyo fashion, Omotesando Hills Mountain. Compared with the prosperity and luxury of Ginza, there is a low-key high-end here. Small shops with a sense of fashion design are all over the hills of Omotesando Hills, which is also a road of "designers". Many buildings in Mount Omotesando Hills are masterpieces of Japanese architects. Even if you don't go shopping, coming here to see the works of masters is also an artistic edification.

Mount Omotesando Hills is not far from Shibuya and Harajuku. Harajuku is a lovely and youthful student style, and Shibuya is also a trendy holy place where young people gather in Tokyo. Compared with the hills and mountains in Omotesando Hills, Shibuya is more affordable and grounded, and you can visit three places in one day.

5. Ikebukuro Business District

Ikebukuro is the lowest price in Tokyo, and the price is relatively low. It is more appropriate to buy small items such as medicine and cosmetics. There is also a saying in Tokyo that "the north is poor and the south is rich", so it is very cost-effective to buy things in Ikebukuro. "Ito Matsumoto Store" and "LOFT" are the key recommendations.

Features: cheap groceries

Buy: cosmeceuticals, zakka groceries

: tourists love to buy

1. Japanese cosmeceuticals

What is cosmeceutical?

Cosmeceutical is an imported concept, which refers to skin care products with certain functions. In short, cosmeceuticals can not only modify and cover up the basic functions, but also improve the skin condition. But in Japan, a cosmeceutical shop means "a shop that sells both medicines and cosmetics".

Why is Japanese cosmeceuticals famous?

Japanese cosmeceuticals have strict specifications, and Japanese cosmeceuticals are transparent and safe.

There are many kinds of cosmeceuticals in Japan, and there are products for different skin types, which are more suitable for Asian skin types than European and American skin care products.

Affordable, the average person can consume. And from cheap to high-end prices, it is convenient for consumers to choose. What Japanese cosmeceuticals are worth buying?

There are many cosmetic brands in Japan, but if you look closely, you will find that many of them belong to a group. The most common ones are Shiseido, Kao, SK-II, Meidi Kose and Kennabo. It basically covers 70% of cosmetics and skin care products in the Japanese market. Every company will have its own "explosion models", ranging from cheap to high-end. The quality of these brands can stand the test and the prices are much cheaper than those in China. You can choose according to your skin condition and trial situation, and don't blindly follow suit.

Where can I buy cosmeceuticals in Tokyo?

Tokyo pharmacies can be seen everywhere, as frequently as domestic supermarkets. In Shinjuku, Ikebukuro and Akihabara, shops marked with the word "medicine" can basically buy Japanese popular cosmeceuticals. The most famous one is "Ito Matsumoto", but it is often out of stock because of its high popularity. High-end skin care products such as "SK-II", "ALBION" and "Polaroid" need to be purchased in shopping malls.

2. Medicines and daily necessities

Why are medicines and daily necessities worth buying?

Japan's review of drugs is very strict. Many medicines kept at home are very effective, and some medicines (such as liquid band-AIDS) are very creative and convenient, which are very popular with tourists. Word of mouth makes them one of the most popular commodities for tourists. Daily necessities have become tourists' favorite with their humanized design, exquisite packaging and low price.

What medicines and daily necessities are worth buying?

The most common types are as follows:

Plaster pain patch, sole patch, antipyretic tablet, etc. They are all medicines with good reputation. In terms of brands, the most common ones are Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, Dazheng Pharmaceutical and Kao.

Eye drops. There are many kinds of eye drops in Japan, which are irritating and cool. There are also eye drops suitable for wearing contact lenses, which have various functions and become popular commodities.

Oral pills. In addition to skin care products, Japanese brands such as DHC and Fangke also have many oral health products, such as vitamin pills. Recently, pola's whitening pill has also been sought after by Chinese people.

Maternal and child products. Kao diapers, thermos cups and baby medicine in Japan are the favorite of domestic mothers.

An essential lesson in life. In addition to all kinds of medicines, Japanese oral products also have a good reputation, such as kissyou toothbrush and propolinse mouthwash.

3. Japanese clothing

Fashion trends in Japan are changing rapidly, and clothing brands are extremely rich. Both the student party and the white-collar workers can find their own brands here, and people who like shopping will not be disappointed. In addition to style, wearing comfort is also a major selling point of Japanese clothing, with good quality, which is the favorite of tourists who pursue cost performance.

Where can I buy Japanese clothes?

There are large shopping malls or department stores in Tokyo's popular business district, and you can choose brand fashion clothes. In addition, some independent shops and second-hand retro shops (medieval shops) often find unique costumes.

Most Japanese retro shops are concentrated in Omotesando Hills Mountain, Shimonoseki Tianze, Harajuku and other places, many of which are hidden in deep alleys and need to be searched.

Tokyo defeated women's clothing brand recommendation

In fact, these brands are found in many cities in China. The most important reason why it is strongly recommended to buy in Japan is that the price in Tokyo is lower, which is generally 30% or even 50% discount in China. The second reason is that the styles are more diverse, and many of them have Japanese characteristics.

1. Uniqlo (Japanese clothing brand name)

Although it can be seen everywhere in China, the price in Japan is about 20% or even lower than that in China, and the styles are richer than that in China. Uniqlo has the world's largest Ginza flagship store in Tokyo, and Haneda Airport has the most favorable price.

2.Muji

China tourists love Japanese brands, which are simple and environmentally friendly. The main reason why they must buy in Japan is that Japan is cheap, and the prices of various commodities are equivalent to 50% of domestic prices.

3. Earth Music Ecology

Girls who are familiar with and love the forest department will be familiar with this brand. This brand, nicknamed eme by fans, is the first brand in Japan's natural department, and its fresh and natural style is sought after by many young girls. There are many physical counters in China, but the price is high; If you buy it in Japan, the price will be much cheaper.

4.Snidel

Snidel is the first brand of popular girls in Japanese fashion magazine Li Meihui. Under the recommendation of Lena Fujii, Ye Sha, Lihua and other popular supermodels, it is very popular. Dressing style is sweet and soft, which is necessary for many soft girls' wardrobes. Compared with the high domestic price, the price in Japan is more cost-effective.

4. Small Japanese appliances

Why buy small household appliances in Tokyo?

Local products are very cheap. Many electrical appliances are made in Japan, especially digital cameras. Sony, Canon and Panasonic are all familiar Japanese electrical brands.

Humanized design, high technology content. Humanization of Japanese design is an internationally recognized fact, and many products have won international design awards. For example, the "toilet lid" snapped up by China people is one of the manifestations of Japanese humanized design.

Good quality and durability. Recommend popular appliances

digital camera

Cameras and mobile phones are digital products that many tourists must enter when they come to Japan. The most famous camera brands on the market are all made in Japan. If you just need to buy it, you might as well buy it in Tokyo.

Meili small household appliances

Tokyo is definitely a beauty-loving shopping Little Paradise, where you can find all kinds of novel beauty appliances. In addition to Panasonic hair dryers and curling irons with excellent reputation, 24k gold bars, Hitachi N4000 and Refa slimming instrument recommended by stars in recent years are definitely the new favorites of women in the new era.

5. Japanese snacks

When it comes to Japanese snacks, many people can't help getting high, because those snacks with high value and good taste are really flattering. Even people who don't usually eat snacks can't resist their temptation. For example, Baiqi, Meiji, No Price, Rolls-Royce Chocolate, French fries, White Lovers, Liu Hua Pavilion and so on, which are well-known in China. China people bought them in Japan, as well as ethnic snacks such as Mushroom Mountain and Sunzi Village. There are so many kinds that people who are usually decisive can't help but suffer from the phobia of choice.

When you arrive in Tokyo, naturally don't let go of snacks that can only be bought in Tokyo. Banana cake in Tokyo, tamaya, sandwich eggs in Ginza, etc. They are all popular limited snacks in Tokyo.

Meiji meiji

Meiji is a famous food brand in Japan. Meltykiss, Galbo chocolate and macadamia nut chocolate were very popular snacks in Meiji period. Although it can also be bought in China, the variety is limited. If you come to Japan, you can explore more types that you can't buy at home.

Qiao Qi Qiao Qi chocolate

Although it is not a unique brand in Japan, there are surprisingly many Japanese flavors, such as royal milk tea flavor, wine flavor, wave soda flavor, watermelon flavor, Latin sweet potato flavor, ginger soda flavor, wheat whirlwind flavor, vegetable flavor and so on.

Small chocolates also collide with local Japanese specialties in various ways, such as Neiguang Matcha, Kyoto Baked Tea, Kobe Pudding, Shizuoka Mustard, Yokohama Strawberry Cheese, Hokkaido Bean, Hokkaido Baked Corn, Hokkaido Milk, Okinawa Kyushu Purple Potato, Xinzhou Apple, etc.

Naturally, Tokyo also has its own unique flavor, such as raisin rum; Curious friends can also try the soy sauce flavor co., ltd in Tokyo.

6. Animation environment

Tokyo is called imperial paradise. Akihabara, Ikebukuro and Nakano are home to a large number of animation chain stores, comic book stores and second-hand shops. Second-time lovers will definitely want to stop coming to Tokyo. Girls who like all kinds of anime characters can't miss the cute shop in Tokyo. In the underground street and Sky Tree Market of Tokyo Station, you can find specialty stores with images of EasyBear, Hellokitty, Chinchilla and Moomin. In addition, Kiddyland, a toy store in Harajuku, is definitely the base camp of cute things.

: Tokyo tax rebate strategy

1. Tax refund conditions

In Japan, the government must levy a consumption tax of 8% of the payment, and travelers with short-term visas can get cash refunds for local unconsumed goods.

From 20 16 May 1, the duty-free quota for consumables and general commodities is set at more than 5,000 yen (300 RMB). As long as you buy more than 5000 yen, you can apply for a tax refund.

2. Tax refund method

The two most common tax refund methods for shopping in Tokyo:

Direct tax refund when checking out. This is the most convenient one. Basically, they are in pharmacies or electrical stores. As long as your spending exceeds 5000 yen, you can apply for tax exemption.

Go to the special tax refund counter. This method is common in major shopping malls. You need to pay the full amount when you check out, and then go to the special counter for tax refund. Tax refund process

You need to bring your passport when you go through the formalities. After applying to the store, the store will follow the process. Generally, after deducting the handling fee of about 65438+ 0% of the total price, it can be directly cashed back or directly deducted from the payable amount. The whole process takes about 5- 10 minutes.

Step 3: Practical skills

Unlike Japan and Europe, Japanese airports do not apply for tax refund.

When shopping in some drugstores or large electrical appliances stores, as long as you show your passport, the merchant will sell the goods directly to you at the duty-free price, without special tax refund procedures.

According to the current regulations in Japan, goods purchased duty-free are not allowed to be opened and used in China. Although there is no mandatory inspection at the airport, please keep the relevant receipts.

When shopping, be sure to bring the original passport and keep the shopping receipt.