Don't buy at the airport.
That SIM card costs twice as much at arrivals.
Same sunscreen — triple the price at hotel shops.
Here's where to buy instead.
Written by Japan residents · No sponsored rankings · Updated for 2026
01First Day in Japan
SIM, cash, and hotel delivery sorted
02Surviving Tokyo Summer
Humidity is brutal. Here's the kit.
03Japanese Drugstore, Decoded
A completely different world.
04Japan's Best Skincare
What tourists actually fly home with.
05Order Before You Fly
Amazon Japan → your hotel. It works.
06Stay Connected
Don't buy a SIM at arrivals.
Same products. Half the price. Delivered to your hotel.
| Item | At Arrivals / Hotel Shop | Amazon Japan |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Card (7-day data) | ¥3,500+ | ¥1,980 |
| Anessa Sunscreen 60ml | ¥3,200 | ¥2,100 |
| Hada Labo Moisturizer | ¥1,800 | ¥980 |
| Portable Fan | ¥1,500 | ¥780 |
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