Omotenashi Selection Shop “Little Japan”: At Narita Airport

If you’ve traveled to Japan through Narita’s airport, you may have gotten a chance to see the airport’s Little Japan shop. If you haven’t, and you’ll be using Narita, you’ll have the opportunity to look at their interesting selection of products available for purchase. The Omotenashi Selection’s Little Japan shop opened in July of last year and will run until June this year. Considering there are only a few months left before the shop is closed, it is highly recommended that people visit while they’re in the airport to take advantage of these limited-time products either during their arrival or departure in Narita.

Many may be familiar with the term omotenashi, which means hospitality in Japanese. Something special about the products at the Omotenashi Selection Shop is that they are made so that you can feel cultural values such as omotenashi in their Japanese craftsmanship. By doing this, you can bring back a little part of Japan with you whether it is an accessory, a household item, and so forth, with a deep meaning and importance.

Now without further ado, this blog will introduce the variety of products you can find at Little Japan!

Products at Little Japan

From daily-use products for your kitchen, decorations for your living or bedroom, and even toiletries, there are various Japanese-crafted items that go far beyond a souvenir all found in this little shop in Narita Airport. If you’re able to visit, the store is located in Narita Airport Terminal 2 Center on the 4th floor!

Kitchen Items

1. Choplate

Exactly as it reads, this item serves as a small, round cutting board when cutting food in the kitchen. With it being lightweight, thin, and also serving as a plate so that you don’t have to pile up your sink with both a cutting board and a plate, the Choplate is convenient in multiple ways. It comes in two different sizes, but they’re both relatively small so they’re still conveniently crafted items for your kitchen!

2. Fuji Sunsun Sponge

Many typical sponges lose their wear and ability to wash well after a few uses, which is why Little Japan crafted the Fuji Sunsun Sponge, a sturdy sponge with durability for about half a year, with sustainable craftsmanship as well. While this product will make washing dishes easier, you’ll also be able to experience Japanese product quality with your own eyes.

Food and Drink Products

1. Ise Matcha Powder

With matcha being a very popular staple in the tea world in Japan, this is another popular product many go out of their way to bring back home. With this shop being in the airport, you won’t have to travel far to find authentic high-quality matcha powder. Using traditional methods, and stone grinding techniques with 100% tea leaves, you can rest assured you’re getting the real thing. You’ll even get your powder in a matte black tin to reflect matcha becoming more modern in today’s world.

2. Green Tea

Similar to matcha, green tea, or sencha, is also very popular in Japan and amongst tourists. Little Japan sells box sets of sencha green tea which will come with a tea tin, and enough powder to last you quite a while, giving you a bountiful gift to bring back from your travels.

3. Kikkoman Goyougura Series

Many are familiar with the Kikkoman soy sauce bottles, typically huge bulky plastic bottles of mild soy sauce great for putting on a variety of foods. However, Little Japan takes the design one step further with their Goyougura Series, giving the Kikkoman bottle a sleek, black slender look. This cured, rich soy sauce is made using traditional methods and pairs beautifully with fish, rice, and so much more.

Toiletries

1. 360 Degree Toothbrush

A spin on the regular toothbrush, these bristles go in a 360 rotation, contrary to the flat bristled toothbrushes. With high-quality craftsmanship, these toothbrushes have high rates of plaque removal and are recommended for those with sensitive teeth. With sizes for adults and children, these toothbrushes make a great addition to one’s home whether for yourself or your family.

2. O.T.F. Natural Skin Care Oil

Another plant-based skin care product, this oil will leave your skin hydrated and smooth. By utilizing oils such as jojoba, tea seed, and rice bran oil, instead of overwhelming the product with artificial fragrances, the mixture of natural oils gives off a nature-like scent.

With Narita Airport being a very popular airport, the placement of Omotenashi Selection’s Little Japan is a convenient opportunity to experience real authentic Japanese-crafted items, food, and drink. If you lean more towards popular Japanese souvenirs such as knives or tea, this selection shop will introduce you to the other various hidden gems from the heart of Japan. Whether you’re arriving in Narita or departing, take the chance to take with you some delicious authentic foods used in Japanese cooking, natural skin care products, or even some thoughtfully designed silverware. As this is a limited-time store, that means a limited-time opportunity to get your hands on some Japanese products, so act fast before it ends!

Please be aware: The lineup of products in this store is due to change occasionally, and our friends at Omotenashi Selection have informed us that they are planning on replacing some of the products in April, so some of the listed products in this blog that were available at time of writing may not be available after this time.

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