[Budget: ¥1,000]

◆SDGs magnets and Tatami magnets First, we introduce two types of fun and affordable magnets. SDGs magnets are sustainable products made from thinned cypress wood from Tokyo (the Tama area). Tatami magnets are made using domestically grown rush grass and offer a sense of traditional Japanese culture. Both magnets incorporate Japanese motifs such as Mt. Fuji, daruma, and beckoning cats.

◆Kokeshi doll magnets Kokeshi magnets are small and reasonably priced but nonetheless authentic souvenirs. Each kokeshi doll's face is hand-drawn, its hair is made from a black kimono, and its body is a one-of-a-kind piece made from vintage kimono.

[Budget: ¥10,000]

◆Katsushika Hokusai Ukiyo-e T-shirts T-shirts focusing on Katsushika Hokusai, famous for his ukiyo-e woodblock prints, are fitting souvenirs unique to Japan. Each piece is meticulously sewn by skilled craftsmen from a Japanese T-shirt manufacturer founded in a town called Sumida, Hokusai's birthplace.

◆ Hanten worn at festivals “Hanten” coats worn by craftsmen commonly feature the crest of the shop on the back and the trade name on the lapels, and was once the formal attire of craftsmen. Written on the back of this product is the word "祭" (meaning “festival”). Why not wear it at festivals and events back home?

[Budget: ¥30,000]

◆Vacuum Insulated Bottle (Themos) This item reproduces the Kyo Yuzen dyeing technique, a traditional craft from Kyoto, on a Vacuum Insulated Bottle bottle. Looking closely, the colors and detailed patterns are carefully layered one on top of another to express the three-dimensionality and texture of the motifs. It comes packaged in a box made from empress wood.

◆ Dragon sukajan jacket Hoshihime sukajan jackets are both embroidered and sewn in Japan. Sukajan jackets are souvenir bomber jackets decorated with Japanese embroidery. They come in a variety of designs and patterns, but there's a particular sense of cool to those decorated with motifs of dragons and Mt. Fuji. They are easy to match with everyday wear, and kids' sizes are also available.

[Budget: ¥50,000]

◆Japanese dolls Japanese dolls have become a less common sight in urban areas. Japanese dolls are created following traditional arts themes such as Noh, Kabuki, and Japanese dance, and look as though they were cut from a scene from a dance. It is truly a uniquely Japanese form of beauty. ⇒To learn more about Japanese dolls, click here

◆Electric shavers For Japanese souvenirs, why not check out electric shavers with a reputation for performance. Panasonic's new “Lamdash Palm In” is palm-sized, USB Type-C rechargeable, and voltage compatible from AC 100V to 240V (with optional USB adapter sold separately). It can be used with peace of mind at home and when traveling.

[Budget: ¥50,000 and up]

◆High-performance rice cookers If you missed out on visiting an electronics retail store, Fa-So-La TAX FREE AKIHABARA is your last chance for getting high-performance rice cookers before returning home. With these, anyone can cook delicious rice. When purchasing one, please be sure to check the voltage and outlet plug shape, as these may vary depending on the product.

What we have presented here is just a small part of the products available. There are so many more fascinating things to see. When departing from Narita Airport, visit Fa-So-La TAX FREE AKIHABARA to find a wide range of souvenirs.

■DATA Store info: Fa-So-La TAX FREE AKIHABARA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fasola_akihabara/ (Information as of June 2024)

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  ・Newly opened! A new addition to the “chaotic” tax-free shops at Narita Airport!

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  ・Summer essentials selected by Fa-So-La AKIHABARA staff