Shopping and Money in Japan: Cash, Cards, ATMs, and Tax-Free Shopping

You don’t need to carry all the money you expect to spend in Japan as cash. Credit cards, contactless payments, and other cashless options are now widely accept...

Convenience stores are really useful when you’re traveling in Japan. They sell much more than drinks and snacks. You can also pick up rice balls, sandwiches, be...

Want to buy Gunpla or Tamiya model kits while traveling in Japan? If you’re into model kits, this is probably something you’ve been looking forward to. But once...

This article explains not only how to use Amazon Japan while traveling in Japan, but also how to shop on Amazon Japan from your home overseas. Your luggage is s...

This article explains Japan's new Tax-Free system that takes effect on November 1, 2026. When you're shopping during a trip to Japan, you may suddenly find your...

During your trip to Japan, you may be thinking, “I want to buy some Japanese-language manga to take home.” “I want to look for figures from my favorite anime.” ...