[30 selections] Recommended products you can buy at the 100 yen shop Daiso 

Daiso, a chain of 100-yen stores, offers a wide range of products, from household goods and consumables to foodstuffs. It is now an indispensable part of our lives.

For many foreign tourists visiting Japan, shopping at 100 yen shops is probably a fun part of their visit.

So this time, we will introduce recommended products that you can buy at Daiso.

Kitchen supplies

Four servings can be boiled in one! Microwave Cooker - Pasta (Large Capacity)

Daiso sells a variety of microwave cookers. "Microwave Cooker - Pasta (Large Capacity) *200 Yen Product" is a convenient item that allows you to boil pasta for 4 people at once!

It comes with a drainer lid, so you don't have to prepare a strainer that is troublesome to wash! There is also a pasta gauge on the lid. You can easily measure the amount of pasta with this.

*Cannot be used with quick-boiled pasta or thin pasta (less than 1.4 mm)

Just pull the handle to chop finely. "Handle vegetable cutter"

Easy to chop vegetables! Vegetable Cutter with Handle *300 yen product. Just put in the ingredients, put on the lid, and pull the handle on the lid to chop.

The stress of chopping will be eliminated with this one tool.

You can easily make flavored eggs! "Seasoned egg maker"

Ajitsuke Tamago (seasoned eggs) are tasty, but they take some work to make. The "Ajitsuke Tamago Maker" is the solution to such a hassle.

It's very simple to use. Just make 4 boiled eggs of the hardness you like, add mentsuyu and let them marinate for 1 hour and it'll be done in no time!

Easy even for kids! "Easy rice ball maker"

"Easy rice ball maker" that allows you to make two beautiful triangular rice balls at once. All you have to do is pack the rice into the case, so you can make rice balls without getting your hands messy.

Even children can easily do it.

"Soba and udon plates" that let you enjoy the feeling of being at a soba restaurant at home

Another popular item is the "Soba/Udon Plate," which comes with a blind so that you can enjoy soba and udon at home.

Perfect as a souvenir from Japan.

“Chakoshi” allows you to easily enjoy Japanese tea

If you want to enjoy Japanese tea, we also recommend purchasing a tea strainer. It can be hung directly onto a mug, so you can easily enjoy Japanese tea.

In fact, you can even use it as a substitute for coffee filters.

Japanese miscellaneous goods

Japanese "Traditional Toys"

Many Daiso stores have Japanese miscellaneous goods corners. Daiso's Japanese miscellaneous goods are recommended not only for foreigners visiting Japan, but also for those taking souvenirs from Japan to overseas.

The store also offers a variety of traditional Japanese toys such as otedama, kendama, and marbles, which have been enjoyed in Japan for centuries.

Most of the items can be purchased for around 100 to 200 yen, making them perfect as Japanese souvenirs.

Versatile! Tenugui Towel

We have a wide variety of Tenugui towels. There are a variety of cute and pop patterns centering on Japanese patterns.

Because it has excellent water absorption, it can also be used as a handkerchief, wet towel, dish towel, and other kitchen tools.

Another appeal of Tenugui is that it can be used in a variety of ways.

Kokeshi, a classic Japanese doll

Kokeshi dolls are a classic Japanese doll. You can also get this for 100 yen.

You can easily enjoy the Japanese feel.

*The tatami coaster in the photo is sold separately at Daiso.

"Folding fan", a symbol of Japanese culture

A folding fan is a symbol of Japanese cultural tradition. The great thing about folding fans is that they are foldable and easy to carry. There are plenty of designs including cherry blossoms, Mt. Fuji, and Ninjas, so be sure to check them out!

"Goshuincho" where you can easily collect Goshuin stamps

Normally, buying a stamp book costs more than 1,000 yen, but Daiso's stamp book costs 300 yen! You can easily collect Goshuin (a red ink stamp that certifies the visit to a shrine or temple.) 

Perfect for souvenirs! "Chopstick set"

Daiso has a wide variety of chopsticks, which are a standard souvenir to take overseas. It's also recommended as a souvenir!

Cleaning tools

The “Ochi ochi Series” is a must-have item for cleaning!

The “Och iochi series” is very popular among Daiso products!

Products that cost more than 1,000 yen at home improvement centers, such as "melamine sponge cubes," which remove stains simply by moistening them with water, and "Osoji sheets," which contain baking soda and citric acid, can be obtained for 100 yen.

Convenient for washing cups! "Cup bottle cleaner"

When washing a long and narrow water bottle or cup, it can be difficult to clean the bottom part. In such cases, "Cup and Bottle Cleaner" is convenient.

The length of the handle can be adjusted to two levels to suit your needs. These types of sponges are rare overseas, and many people buy them as souvenirs.

Stationeries

"Origami" with a rich variety of patterns

Origami is full of Japanese tradition. Daiso also has a variety of types, including Japanese paper types and Japanese patterns.

When giving origami as a gift, it doesn't matter if it's simple origami, such as a crane or a shuriken.If you learn how to fold it, you'll become popular.

Funny eraser "Sushi"

The funny eraser series is also very popular! This magical eraser will make you feel happy just by placing it in your pencil case or on your desk.

They have many friends, from living creatures to familiar objects like food.

This item is sure to be a great souvenir for children.

Award-winning Daiso “Elementary School Drill”

Daiso also sells educational drills for lower grades of elementary school. A drill that costs 600 to 1,000 yen at a bookstore costs 100 yen at Daiso.

In 2021, they won the Mother's Selection Grand Prize for their "high cost performance" and "rich variety."

These are drills for learning hiragana, addition, etc., while having fun!

"Bilingual picture book" where you can read masterpieces in English

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These picture books are carefully selected from Japanese folktales such as "Momotaro," "The Three Little Pigs," "The Little Red Riding Hood," and other famous children's stories from around the world.

The great thing about this picture book is that you can download the audio reading for free. It's available in bilingual Japanese & English.

Another great feature is the size, which makes it easy to carry.

The Japanese yen has become a toy: “Let’s get rich”

This is a product to develop a sense of numbers and money through playing with money. This product is perfect for children who play store.

How about as a Japanese souvenir?

Sushi material becomes poker! "Rotating Sushi Poker"

As a uniquely Japanese toy, we also recommend the kaiten-sushi poker.

The rules are very simple! Take turns taking sushi cards, and the game ends when everyone has taken 5 cards. Each card has a score written on it, so it's a game where you compete for the total score of 5 cards.

Adults can also have fun with their children.

High quality stationery

When it comes to erasers, they have a wide selection of high-quality stationery, including "MONO" erasers and colorful pens.

Please come and get your favorite stationery.

"Triangular crayon 12 color set" with basic colors

Crayons in 12 colors are also a popular item. It's also nice to be able to purchase consumables for small children at reasonable prices.

The triangular shape makes it easy to hold.

Beauty products

"Oil blotting paper" to remove excess sebum

There are many variations of oil blotting paper, including those made with Mino washi paper and those containing green tea.

It quickly removes excess sebum, so you can keep your skin clean without ruining your makeup.

Large capacity makeup sponge

"Makeup sponge" is also available at Daiso for 100 yen. Overseas, they are often sold individually, but in Japan, many people buy them in bulk.

There are many types, so be sure to check them out.

"Detergent for puffs and sponges" that thoroughly removes dirt

"Puff and Sponge Detergent" is specially designed for puffs and sponges, which are indispensable for makeup. It is well known for its ability to remove dirt, and every time you use it, you will be impressed by how well it removes dirt.

We use materials that are gentle on your skin, so you can rest assured.

Food

A wide variety of "Dagashi"

Daiso not only carries daily necessities, but also food items such as sweets and drinks, and they also have a wide variety of snacks!

Among them, we recommend the candy series. Many of the packages are cute, so they're also recommended as souvenirs for your birthday party.

If you find it, buy it immediately! "Muki Amaguri"

"Muki Amaguri" (Peeled sweet chestnut ) is a popular product made with carefully selected organically grown chestnuts. No preservatives or colorings used! These chestnuts are low in fat and contain no sugar, so you can enjoy their natural sweetness.

They are often sold out, so if you find one, buy it immediately.

Furikake, a friend of the Japanese dining table

Furikake (sprinkles), which comes in many varieties, is attracting attention overseas, even being featured in the town magazine "New York Magazine."

In Japan, it is usually served over rice, but it is also delicious over chicken, French fries, salads, etc.

Please find your favorite furikake.

"Maruchan Onabe ni Pon Series" where you can enjoy simple and authentic hot pots

"Onabe ni Pon" is a series based on the concept of "easy-to-use authentic nabe-tsuyu sauce for a small number of people. 6 small-sized cubes, each containing 2 cubes for 1 person, make it easy for a small family to enjoy nabe (hot pot) dishes. With this product, you can easily recreate the taste of Japan at home.

This time we introduced recommended items that you can purchase at Daiso!

Please use it as a reference.