Save [40–60%]
on what locals actually buy.
Skip the airport markup. We track the real shelf price across three channels — and show you where to ship it.
Compiled by Tokyo-based shoppers · price-checked weekly · affiliate links disclosed
| ITEM | AIRPORT | AMAZON | SAVE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biore UV SPF50+ | ¥2,500 | ¥1,250 | −50% |
| KitKat Matcha box | ¥5,500 | ¥2,750 | −50% |
| Zojirushi Food Jar | ¥9,750 | ¥4,750 | −51% |
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PRICE INTELLIGENCE
Airport vs Amazon vs drugstore
Real prices we checked this week
| PRODUCT | AIRPORT / HOTEL | AMAZON JP | DRUGSTORE | YOU SAVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biore UV Aqua Rich SPF50+ | ¥2,500 | ¥1,250 | ¥1,400 | −50% |
| Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion | ¥1,500 | ¥750 | ¥900 | −50% |
| Anessa Perfect UV SPF50+ | ¥6,000 | ¥3,000 | ¥3,500 | −50% |
| Shiseido Senka Perfect Whip | ¥1,200 | ¥600 | ¥700 | −50% |
| DHC Deep Cleansing Oil | ¥1,000 | ¥500 | ¥600 | −50% |
prices checked 6 JUL 2026
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