Discover Japan’s Local Flavors at Nippon Department Store Shokuhinkan
Akihabara Souvenir Guide
Discover Japan’s Local Flavors at Nippon Department Store Shokuhinkan
Not just a souvenir shop — this is a gateway to Japan’s regional flavors. From matcha tea to soy sauce from small towns, every item here carries the story of local makers.
📍 Located just 3 minutes from Akihabara Station (Electric Town Exit)
What to Buy in Akihabara – Top 5 Souvenirs
🍵 1. Matcha Can
Take home authentic Japanese tea culture in a beautifully designed tin. Our matcha comes from Asamiya and Uji — two of Japan’s oldest tea regions. It’s perfect as a gift, or for relaxing moments back home.
🍘 2. Regional Snacks
From Shizuoka’s katsuobushi potato chips to Kyushu’s sweet crackers — taste Japan’s regional flavors in one stop. Each snack tells a story of its hometown.
🧂 3. Japanese Seasonings
Discover Japan’s depth of flavor through soy sauce, flavored salts, and miso. Each bottle is made with traditional craftsmanship — perfect for cooking or gifting.
🍶 4. Local Drinks
Try Japanese craft sake, regional tea, and fruit drinks. Refreshing and full of local character — they make great souvenirs too.
🍜 5. Ramen
Discover Japan through its ramen! Each region has a unique flavor — from Hokkaido miso to Kyushu tonkotsu. Perfect to enjoy back at your hotel after a day of exploring Akihabara.
Note: Product availability may change with the season — but that’s part of the fun. Every visit brings a new discovery!
Inside Nippon Department Store Shokuhinkan
A Place Loved by Locals and Travelers Alike
This is a store that both Japanese customers and visitors from overseas enjoy. To make it easier for international guests to discover our products, we’ve installed digital signages around the store. Each screen introduces our recommended items carefully, sharing the stories behind them in a simple and welcoming way.
🪵 The Wooden Barrel – “Kioke” Experience
Have you ever seen a giant wooden barrel used to make Japanese soy sauce? At our store, you’ll find a real kioke — a traditional wooden barrel that represents Japan’s craft of fermentation. It’s now a cozy spot loved by visitors as a relaxing space. Don’t forget to take a photo here — a memory of your journey through Japan’s flavors!
Traveler Stories
One traveler from Israel once said:
“I lost my passport, but I found something more — Japan’s kindness.”
He discovered our store right after and chose gifts to share that feeling with friends back home.
Plan Your Visit
Come find your favorite gift in Akihabara.
📍 Nippon Department Store Shokuhinkan
CHABARA, 8-2 Kanda Neribeicho, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 101-0022
📞 Phone: 03-3258-0051
🕒 Opening Hours:
Open daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Note: Hours may vary on holidays (such as Golden Week).
Getting here is easy! Just a 3-minute walk from Akihabara Station.
Drop by to discover flavors from all across Japan
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