Shopping in Japan

Best places to find the best items in Japan

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Mamedamachi Shopping Street

By @isaacdelperal

A historic merchant district in Hita with beautifully preserved Edo-period buildings housing around 100 unique shops and galleries.

Address: 9 Mamedamachi, Hita, Oita 877-0005, Japan

  • Why go

    To shop for authentic, handmade crafts in a town often called "Little Kyoto," away from the mass-produced items of larger cities.

  • Known for

    Artisanal geta (wooden sandals), locally brewed soy sauce, and traditional Japanese sweets.

  • Vibe

    Retro. Artisanal. Serene.

  • Tips

    Look for the sake breweries that offer bottle sales of local labels you won't find in standard Japanese supermarkets.

About @isaacdelperal

Hi! My name is Isaac and I am currently traveling around the world while sharing my journey from Madrid. I love exploring new places and I have put together these maps to show you all my favorite spots. I have spent a lot of time in Japan, so you will find plenty of my top recommendations for your own trip there in my collections.

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