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Discount and variety chains are treasure troves of souvenirs, snacks and useful everyday items.

Don Quijote

Don Quijote
Known for
A maze-like discount store packed floor to ceiling with snacks, cosmetics, electronics, costumes and souvenirs. Many stores are open late.
Handy for visitors
Many stores have tax-free counters and signs in several languages.
Best for
Late-night souvenir shopping.
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Daiso

Daiso
Known for
Japan's biggest fixed-price variety store chain, where most items are sold at one low price.
Handy for visitors
Great for inexpensive, useful souvenirs.
Best for
Practical shoppers and gift hunters.
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MUJI

MUJI
Known for
'No-brand quality goods': simple clothes, stationery, household items, snacks and skincare. The Ginza flagship even has a hotel and restaurant.
Handy for visitors
Simple, quality items that are easy to pack.
Best for
Fans of minimalist design.
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Comparison

Don QuijoteDaisoMUJI
Known forA maze-like discount store packed floor to ceiling with snacks, cosmetics, electronics, costumes and souvenirs. Many stores are open late.Japan's biggest fixed-price variety store chain, where most items are sold at one low price.'No-brand quality goods': simple clothes, stationery, household items, snacks and skincare. The Ginza flagship even has a hotel and restaurant.
Handy for visitorsMany stores have tax-free counters and signs in several languages.Great for inexpensive, useful souvenirs.Simple, quality items that are easy to pack.
Best forLate-night souvenir shopping.Practical shoppers and gift hunters.Fans of minimalist design.
Popular picksJapanese snacks and Kit Kat flavors、Cosmetics and skincare、Character goods、Party costumesKitchen gadgets、Stationery、Japanese-style tableware、Travel goodsGel pens and notebooks、Skincare basics、Baumkuchen、Travel-size containers

Good to know

  • Many large stores offer tax-free shopping for visitors. Bring your passport.
  • These stores are great for souvenirs, snacks and travel goods.
  • Stores can be very busy in the evening.

Last verified: 2026-09-29. Services and hours vary by store.

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