Generated with sparks and insights from 9 sources
Summary
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of shopping in Fukuoka, Japan, covering everything from groceries and clothing to electronics and home goods. It highlights popular supermarkets, clothing stores, second-hand shops, 100 yen stores, and major retailers. Additionally, it offers tips on where to find imported foods, how to navigate clothing sizes, and the benefits of shopping at large malls and online marketplaces.
AEON MaxValu
A popular supermarket chain in Fukuoka offering a wide range of groceries.
Tips
Look for the 'foreign foods' section for international cuisine ingredients.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "\u3010Travel to Fukuoka, Japan 2022\u3011Eating in Yufuin One ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zmsz45Yt1ac", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Nov 19, 2022", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Max Value Dinner in my car Japan", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3iqKqq3iR4", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Apr 1, 2019", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Japan Aeon Town MaxValu and Gusto Cafe #Aeon #maxvalu ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNFXeDJI5jE", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "May 26, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
Costco
A membership-only warehouse club offering bulk groceries.
Tips
Membership required for entry. Only accepts cash payments in Fukuoka.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "COSTCO JAPAN Wholesale | STORE TOUR | With TALENT ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNiQUrC56IY", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Mar 16, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Fukuoka Vlog || Pain Stock | Coffee County | Costco | Toy ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdJ1g7Er_54", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Dec 27, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
UNIQLO
Offers casual and formal fashion. Popular among both Japanese and foreigners.
Tips
Asian sizes run smaller than Western sizes.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "FUKUOKA JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDE 2023 | SHOPPING AT GU ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhbRYYWbOMc", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Aug 16, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Visit The WORLD\u2019s largest UNIQLO store in Japan ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hoet-Dvyrwo", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Feb 7, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
Book Off
Sells second-hand books, DVDs, CDs, and games. Larger stores offer more categories.
Tips
Great place for affordable second-hand items in excellent condition.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5\ud83d\udcd5Visiting Book Off Super Bazaar in Fukuoka Japan ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yP33vTa3HGc", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Aug 26, 2021", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "PS1 and N64 retro game hunting at Book Off Hakata in ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx6mFaG3jXU", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Nov 22, 2020", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Na budol sa Japan | BOOKOFF Super Bazaar #japanvlog", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKhzumXNGgw", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "May 19, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
Daiso
Sells a wide range of everyday items at a low price.
Tips
Variety of products may vary by store size.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "BIGGEST DAISO IN HAKATA | 100 Yen STORE IN JAPAN...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aM_JgDZgB-o", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Jan 4, 2022", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "TOKYU HANDS | DAISO TOUR HAUL (Fukuoka Japan)", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxwqfFeXT1k", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Jun 17, 2020", "length": "" }</div>
AEON Mall
Large shopping mall with a variety of shops, food courts, and sometimes cinemas.
Tips
Basement levels typically house food markets and ready-to-eat food.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "FUKUOKA JAPAN AEON MALL WALKING TOUR 4K ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIN-kYbzz0o", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Nov 20, 2022", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Aeon Shopping Mall", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAjUe4RT1js", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Sep 8, 2016", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "[4K Japan Shopping mall] Aeon Mall Makuhari Shintoshin (Jul ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Du1ErKap-y0", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Aug 7, 2021", "length": "" }</div>
Yodobashi Camera
Offers a wide range of high-quality electronics and gadgets.
Tips
Haggling for discounts is common practice.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "[4K] "Yodobashi Hakata" large electronics store walk from ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxfqiAh2RkQ", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Nov 28, 2019", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "YODOBASHI CAMERA HAKATA", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8TSbb2oXKk", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Jun 28, 2016", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Yodobashi Camera sushi??!?!? - Fukuoka Japan", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LobanehgU_s", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Nov 11, 2019", "length": "" }</div>
Nitori
Affordable furniture and home goods with simple designs.
Tips
Offers online delivery service.
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Virtual Tour of Japan's Furniture and Home Goods Store ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QoxbJ_Mcdo", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Dec 27, 2023", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "A day in my Life ,cooking Japanese food, walking,shopping at ...", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUBT1mPSLKA", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Jan 30, 2022", "length": "" }</div>
<div class="-md-ext-youtube-widget"> { "title": "Nitori Sofa Cover with Elbow", "link": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBRTIlisYYo", "channel": { "name": ""}, "published_date": "Feb 24, 2022", "length": "" }</div>
