Whenever I visit Japan, this is one souvenir I absolutely have to bring home. Besides the original, there are lots of other flavors. I recently tried the strawberry flavor, and it was fantastic! The white grape flavor seems to be new, but I didn’t think it was quite as good.
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Universal Citywalk Osaka
This mixed-use commercial complex is located along the street connecting the large theme park "Universal Studios Japan" and JR Universal-City Station. The streets are filled with an American flavor, creating an extraordinary atmosphere fitting for the entrance to the park.
This street is basically a smaller version of the shops inside Universal Studios. If you haven't shopped enough inside, you can keep shopping after you leave. You can also buy a headband here before entering Universal Studios. There are many good restaurants along this street, including Osaka's famous Kamukura Ramen. Their ramen has a light, refreshing flavor and is highly recommended, but it gets very crowded, so you'll have to wait a while for a seat.
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Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse BAY Hakodate
This multi-purpose complex occupies part of Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse, one of Hakodate’s most popular sightseeing spots. The facility repurposes red brick warehouses once owned by Nippon Yusen, with a canal-constructed around 1882 (Meiji 15)-flowing between two buildings connected by bridges, creating a striking and memorable scene.
BAY Hakodate also has another must-try cheesecake shop, Petite Merveille. Its signature bite-sized cheesecake is dense and melts in your mouth, though personally, I didn't think the cheese flavor was that rich. Many people online also recommend their pumpkin pudding, but unfortunately I didn't get to try it this time. I'll definitely try it next time I have the chance.
Toward the back of BAY Hakodate, they also sell all kinds of Hakodate-exclusive souvenirs. There's also a highly recommended souvenir shop called Aoi Mori inside Kanemori Youbutsukan, with many items exclusive to the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse that make great gifts.
Also, if I remember correctly, there's a fairly large souvenir shop next to Starbucks. Aoi Mori was the only one I didn't browse this time. The prices at the other two shops were about the same, and both offered tax-free shopping.
So if you want to buy all your Hakodate souvenirs in one place, I think the area around the Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse is really convenient. You can browse all kinds of Hakodate-exclusive products at once, and I highly recommend setting aside some time to take your time choosing souvenirs!
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KIDDY LAND Harajuku Store
Known as a landmark in the Harajuku and Omotesando area, KIDDY LAND Harajuku is a must-visit spot for fans of all things cute and character-themed. This popular destination draws both locals and international visitors with its wide range of trending character goods, toys, and novelty items.
This store is packed with cute items, featuring all the popular IPs, from Snoopy and Chiikawa to Hello Kitty. The prices are average and not particularly cheap, but the selection is extensive.
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