Bic Camera, Yodobashi, & Akihabara โ buying phones, laptops, and gadgets as a foreigner.
Major electronics chains โ Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera, and Yamada Denki โ offer tax-free shopping for tourists and point cards for residents.
Akihabara (Tokyo) and Nipponbashi (Osaka) for specialty items. Kakaku.com for price comparison before buying.
Major electronics chains โ Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera, and Yamada Denki โ offer tax-free shopping for tourists and point cards for residents.
Community tip: Most Indian restaurants in Japan serve "Indian-Japanese" adapted menus with spice levels adjusted for Japanese palates. Ask specifically for "Indian spice level" if you want it authentic. Many chefs are happy to oblige!
Cooking at home is essential for budget management. These stores stock Indian spices, lentils, rice, and snacks across Japan.
