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What to buy before, during, and after a trip to Japan.

What you'll find here

  • What to buy in Japan — before, during and after your trip
  • Getting connected: rail passes and eSIMs, compared
  • Bringing your finds home: customs and luggage basics
  • Shops worth a detour in Tokyo and beyond

Start with our shopping guide

Best Japan Proxy Shopping Services in 2026: Fees, Reputation & Real Costs Compared

We compared 7 Japan proxy shopping services — Buyee, ZenMarket, Neokyo, FromJapan, Doorzo, Remambo and Japan Rabbit — on official fees, Trustpilot scores and Reddit reputation, with a real cost simulation.

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Coming soon

  • What to buy in Japan before you fly home
  • JR Pass basics for first-time visitors
  • Airport-friendly Japanese gifts and snacks