JAPAN MUST BUY BRANDS TO CHECK OUT (PART 2)

Hi youtube family, it's been awhile. I'm back for Part 2 of things you absolutely need to check out if you're in Japan. I'm sharing 10 other brands/ items that I/my family love. Hope you enjoy watching this and thanks for dropping by. #japanshopping #tokyoshopping #whattobuyinjapan
1. Imabari towels
Imabari towel shop
2F 203, 5-3-10, Minami-aoyama, minato-ku, Tokyo 〒 107-0062
7 minute walk from the Omotesando Station, Exit A5 on the Hanzomon or Ginza Lines.
www.imabaritowel.jp/en
2. Eyelash curler
Muji - google for list of locations
3. Spectacles
Isetan, Takashiaya, Mitsukoshi all have good ones
Kaneko Optical Soramachi Tokyo
Japan, 〒131-0045 Tokyo, Sumida City, Oshiage, 1 Chome−1番2号 東京スカイツリータウン・ソラマチ イーストヤード
4. Chopping boards
Kappabashi Dougu Street: 3 Chome-18-2 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0036, Japan
OR
Any Tokyo hands/ household shops
5. United Arrows
Everywhere (please google for full list)
- Roppongi hills: Japan, 〒106-0032 Tokyo, Minato City, Roppongi, 6 Chome−10−3 ヒルズ ウェストウォーク 2F-3F
- Shibuya: Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya City, Jingumae, 5 Chome−17−9 2F
6. Mikimoto
Main store: 4 Chome-5-5 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan
Google for full list
7. Rice biscuit
- Nihombashi Takashimaya
2-4-1 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Nihonbashi Takashimaya Basement 1st floor Japanese sweets shop
- Shinjuku Takashimaya
5-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Seibu Ikebukuro Main Store
1-28-1 Minami-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo Seibu Ikebukuro Basement 1st floor Japanese sweets shop
- Shinjuku Keio store
1-1-4 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo Keio Department Store Shinjuku Semibasement
8. Water flask
Daiso, any departmental stores
9. Knives
Tower Knives Osaka
1 Chome-4-7 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan
Tower Knives Tokyo
1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan
10. Bruno
Lumine 2 Shinjuku, Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3 Chome−38−2 ルミネ2 5F ルミネ新宿店
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00:00 - 00:21 Introduction
00:21 - 01:17 Towels
01:17 - 01:40 Eyelash curler
01:40 - 02:29 Spectacles
02:20 - 03:38 Chopping boards
03:38 - 04:28 United Arrows
04:28 - 05:08 Mikimoto
05:07 - 06:04 Rice biscuit (my fav)
06:04 - 06:44 Water flask
06:44 - 07:42 Knives
07:42 - 08:51 Bruno

[@dhz109]

As soon as you mention the towel, I checked my favorite travel towel I bought long ago (more than 7 Years) I don’t even remember which city it was, but definitely one which has a samurai town, It was sold at souvenir shop.And guess what, it IS imabari towel, all this time I didn’t know 😂😂 I just bought it because I love the pattern, I think I got a face towel but quite long like an onsen towel with pink morning glory as a pattern, it’s soooo cute. I use it as a body towel till now whenever I travel bcoz I always travel as compact as I can and normal towel usually use a lot of space. BUT even tho the size is small and quite thin, it unbelievably absorbent and bcoz it quite thin it dries quickly too. Still quite fluffy till now even tho I abused it thru the years 😂😂 love it❤ definitely want to buy it again! Japanese knife still one of my top list but for whatever reason I still didn’t buy it … PS: I dunno if I should thank you or cry on the corner cuz after this, my wishlist def increase…lol

[@gorillasinheels]

What a great story thank you so much for sharing! I really enjoyed reading your comment! 😊😊😊 the quality of the towel is so good isn’t it! They last for such a long time. Haha I’m so glad to hear 😂 keep these items on your wishlist and take your time to feel/ see them before you decide whether or not to purchase when you’re next in Japan! 🥰

[@dhz109]

@@gorillasinheels waaa never knew I’d get pinned!!thank you! You’re so kind replying the comments! But yea, I’m considering buying Bruno at thrift store, some said that used appliances in Japan still have good condition. And about Japanese knife, is it worth it buying a budget knife for a long term use? I once almost buy a Santoku (I think it was santoku) knife at tsukiji for ¥3000, I doubt the quality bcoz usually it range around ¥15000, right? But it was sold at tsukiji so at least it still in good quality…I dunno (didn’t have the chance to try it) Oh! And your list of recommendations really helpful for someone who actually have been to Japan several time or at least once, a lot of video recommendation was meant to be for first timer, so thank you again!

[@gorillasinheels]

😊😊 I bought my Bruno secondhand as well and it works perfectly! Santoku are very good all purpose knives. I understand the quality of the knives can be determined by how long it holds it’s sharpness and how easy it is to sharpen. I can’t wait to return to Japan already there’s so much to see and learn about! ☺️☺️

[@ferarinasim8359]

Really useful for my next trip to Japan! So many brands that I didn’t know about before.

[@softballer71]

Wow! I appreciate how much background information you put into your videos, makes me want to get these items even more... Can't wait to snap up a bunch of the Imabari towels in particular. You're slowly becoming my favourite lifestyle vlogger, more videos please!

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you!! Can’t wait to create more content for you all 🥰🥰🤗

[@celestineong-lq6ui]

This video is so useful! I learnt so much and cannot wait to check them out the next time I visit Japan! 😊

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you! ☺️🙏

[@uglenlim]

Fantastic list! Thank you for sharing. Kappabashi kitchen street in Tokyo is a fun place to visit and to stock up on traditional Japanese dining ware!

[@gorillasinheels]

👍👍😁

[@irvinliaw2880]

awesome video! finally visiting Japan again and that's a good list of shops to check out! definitely getting the imabari towels! :D

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you so much! I’m 100% sure you’ll love the towels! 😊

[@fangwang8422]

Your voice are very gentle and sweet. All stuffs you recommend I will check them out…

[@gorillasinheels]

🙏🙏☺️ thank you hope you like them!

[@livejoyfully]

Great tips!!! I'm definitely checking out that muji curler! 😊

[@gorillasinheels]

You will love it 😍

[@Lulu_n_BroBro]

Great video. Very helpful suggestions. I'll definitely try to find some hand made knives when I travel to Japan later this year. I think they can make great gifts as well.

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you! Have fun in Japan, yes they make for such lovely gifts especially for people who love to cook! 😊👍

[@tubetube123100]

Thank you for sharing, love 💕 it❤

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you! 🥰🥰

[@farahhana9785]

Without seeing the video yet, i knew what towel that is! Used to live in japan and that is my go to gift to friends n family. U can get something as small (thus affordable!) as a handkerchief, not just towels so really a good variety of stuff to choose.

[@gorillasinheels]

Yes they do make for such wonderful presents don’t they! Thank you for sharing!! 😊🥰🙏 I love them and can’t wait to get more when I visit Japan again.

[@marioh5172]

I purchased a tiger flask which you can only use for keeping cold drinks cold. It was not very cheap but this is one of the best products I ever bought. It functions so well, sometimes I cannot believe how it is possible to keep drinks cool for so long.

[@gorillasinheels]

So glad to hear! Yes! Tiger makes really quality products. It’s worth the slight splurge 😊😊

[@YoucookAllisonkitchen]

Will be in April. Will definitely check out those knives and towels. Thanks

[@gorillasinheels]

Happy shopping and enjoy them! Have a lovely and safe trip 😊😊

[@StephEatsnTravels]

I'll definitely check out Imabari towels when I go back to Japan this year!!

[@gorillasinheels]

Awesome! Have a good trip and hope you will like them!

[@StephEatsnTravels]

​@@gorillasinheelsupdate: I went to Imabari Towels in Tokyo today and bought a few!!

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you for letting me know!! Was so excited and happy when I read your comment! 😊 enjoy those towels!!

[@tienchi88]

Great video! Very helpful!

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you 🥰🙏

[@FluffedUpFlair]

I have the Bruno as well and got so inspired to make my own takoyaki after returning from Japan lol. Not Osaka quality but still pretty good! Most ingredients we can find from Donki. Super interested in the knives you were talking about as well. Def bookmarking this!

[@gorillasinheels]

Haha yes it’s such a fun activity as well. Do check the knives out when you’re next in Japan! Thanks for dropping by and hope to see more of your videos soon! 😊😊

[@neelukampani6548]

Hi !!! Am in Japan till 15th, first time...can you pls let me know on urgent basis where to buy men office bag n it ranges from how many yens. Also pls pls write the prices of the things mentioned above. Thanks

[@gorillasinheels]

Hi there, hope you’re having a great time in Japan. You may want to check part 1 of my what to buy in Japan video. I talk about work bags for men towards the end of the video and have included prices too 🙏

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

I loved this. I really welcome enthusiastic recommendations from, well, anybody and everybody. Plus, I love hearing about what other people buy and love when they're on holiday. Thank you! You're the third person who's recommended an imabari towel so we bought one from Standard Products near Muji and are yet to test it out. We were searching for a bigger bath towel but they seemed to only sell a smaller size so it will be interesting to see how it works out. Thanks for your great channel. (PS: Your husband wandering into Mikimoto not knowing what he wanted to buy, only that he wanted to buy you something, is adorable. Lucky lady!)

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you so much for leaving this message! Test the small ones out first and see if you like them! The big towels are definitely worth it if you can find them 😊😊😊 they soak up the water really quickly and are so light weight. (P.S yes it was a really sweet gesture 🥰)

[@PriscillaVanessa23]

thank you for sharing!!!!! i definitely will find the towel for my next japan trip very soon. cant wait! in fact i have been looking for an info on which Japanese towel is good and you shared it! thank you!!!!!!!! May i know the brand of your Japanese knife please. Thanks again

[@gorillasinheels]

You’re very welcome! 🥰 I hope you like the towels and enjoy using them for a long time to come! There are alot of different makers but go to tower knives shop and they will be able to recommend something based on your needs & price points. We got the ones made by Tanaka ☺️☺️

[@PriscillaVanessa23]

@@gorillasinheels thank you very much

[@gorillasinheels]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@mikijava9575]

Such a beautiful pendant from Mikimoto . What is the name of that piece please I cannot find it online. Thank you.

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you 🥰🙏 it is the coral necklace pendant from the coral collection.

[@JoyceTsaifox]

Those are awesome recommendations! I got a question. Is Nishikawa famous in Japan? Would you recommend Nishikawa pillows?

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you so much 😊😊 I’ve not tried Nishikawa pillows before, they look good though. I’ve been using tempur pillows 😊 let me know if you do try them out!

[@Schmeidi]

Hi, which shop in Kappadoushi did you find that beautiful cutting board?

[@gorillasinheels]

Unfortunately I don’t recall the name anymore! The shops stock different kinds of boards and walking around & seeing what’s available helps. I also find that they have different items available each time I visit.

[@Sheepy0707]

Hello! Great video recommendations! With regards to the spectacles brand that you mentioned, do they have sunglasses and are their products made specially for Asians who might have a low to non-existent nose bridge? Lol I have a pretty flat nose bridge so I find it hard to find sunglasses that sit on my nose bridge without sliding down every few minutes. Hoping to find a great pair that I would wear all the time. Hope to hear from you soon. Thanks!

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you for watching and dropping by! My husband has the same issue finding glasses that fit on his nose but he says the ones that he has bought from Japan are perfect. You can always try different frames in store and once you decide on a pair, the store assistant will help you to adjust so that they fit you perfectly ☺️

[@Sheepy0707]

@@gorillasinheels That’s fantastic! I will KIV this spectacle brand when I head to Japan. Appreciate the reply!😄

[@gorillasinheels]

You’re welcome! 😊😊

[@Latteintheam]

Thank you for the ideas esp spectacles

[@dvdgalutube]

How to you bring knives back from Japan? Not sure custom would like it? Thanks! 😊

[@gorillasinheels]

You’ll have to check them in 😊 not possible to hand carry.

[@Kattykatty348]

Hi. Where do we get the imabari towels in osaka? Or in tokyo?

[@gorillasinheels]

In Osaka you can get it from Towel Factory HIORIE - Namba Parks. I’ve left the address for Tokyo in the description box.

[@dianasulis1242]

Hi.. where to buy imabari towel? Thanks

[@gorillasinheels]

Addresses and details are in the description box, open up to view!

[@Melimelimeli608]

Where did you get your Thermal Tiger stainless steel? Can you please provide the name of the store? Thank you

[@gorillasinheels]

Daiso, or the home department in Takashimaya or Mitsukoshi.

[@Melimelimeli608]

@@gorillasinheels which location?

[@Melimelimeli608]

@@gorillasinheels where did you get yours stainless bottle at?

[@jawsyap]

What about slimming legging pants? Are they cheaper in Japan?

[@gorillasinheels]

I haven’t tried them. The price point really depends on quality/ where it’s made etc.

[@towada1066]

hmmm,... I'm a man so for me, shirts from Ginza Motoki ...

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you for this! Will go check this place out the next time I’m in Japan ☺️☺️ the website looks like it has some interesting pieces :)

[@towada1066]

@@gorillasinheels It's easy to find,... next to Mistukoshi and across the street from Wako department store. I buy all my shirts here,... very expensive but the last so long that in the end they're actually pretty cheap.

[@gorillasinheels]

Thank you so much! Looking forward to it!

[@gerard4441]

any gear heads out there better buy tools in japan

[@viviantruong8708]

Could you please SHOW THE PRODUCTS instead of describing them. Thank you.

[@gorillasinheels]

Hi Vivian, the products are shown in the embedded clips in the respective sections, let me know if this helps 🙏

[@viviantruong8708]

This process is quite cumbersome and time-consuming. It would be much simpler if you could show the products while describing them. Thank you.