Fukuoka Don Quijote Shopping Guide 2026: Chiikawa & Must-Buys

Fukuoka, Japan Shopping List: Don Quijote Recommended Items

Chiikawa Monster-Hunting Merchandise

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If you're heading to Fukuoka during this era of the weak yen,

shopping is definitely a must-do on your trip.

And Don Quijote is one spot you're practically guaranteed to pop into, isn't it?

Today, I'm going to help you navigate Don Quijote for some speedy shopping,

by recommending a few key items for your shopping list.

And I'll also share some recommended items for the trending Chiikawa Monster-Hunting merchandise,

so make sure to check them out below!

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Don Quijote Tenjin Nishidori Branch

Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM

The branch I checked out was the Tenjin Nishidori store.

Its opening hours are from 8 AM to 5 AM,

which means you can pop in pretty much any time of day,

making it a great place to visit anytime during your travel itinerary!

1st Floor - Mainly cosmetics, 2nd Floor - Mainly groceries,

3rd Floor - Travel goods, etc., 4th Floor - Character products, 5th Floor - Pharmaceuticals

The product layout on each floor is as listed above,

so it's a good idea to keep that in mind when you visit.

Recommended Fukuoka Don Quijote Shopping List

Alright, let's dive into some Don Quijote shopping list recommendations.

Snacks

First up on our shopping list are some easy-to-grab snacks.

First up, we have Bake Cheese Matcha flavor and Langley.

While the original Bake Cheese flavor is super popular,

the matcha flavor is also delicious, perfectly blending the bittersweetness of matcha with the

savory taste of cheese!

It's a really refined taste, reflecting its slightly higher price point.

Langley is a crispy langue de chat style

cookie that's quite affordable, making it a great choice for office gifts!

It comes in vanilla cream and chocolate flavors.

Next up on our sweet treats list,

we have the Bourbon Variety Assortment.

It includes Alfort Chocolate Biscuits, Mini Lumonde Cocoa Cream

and a total of six types of assorted snacks,

making it fun to choose from, so I highly recommend it!

The Meiji Choco Kinoko Matcha flavor is also

a cute mushroom-shaped snack I recommend if you love the bittersweet yet sweet taste of matcha.

Next, I'd like to recommend some items perfect as beer snacks:

Pretz Mentaiko flavor and Wasabi Bean snacks.

Both are salty and highly recommended with beer,

so if you love beer, definitely grab some!

Ramen

Ramen immediately springs to mind when you think of Fukuoka, and I'm sure

I'm not the only one, right?

That's why I want to recommend Ichiran Ramen and Shin-Shin Ramen.

Ichiran Ramen offers a rich tonkotsu broth,

while Shin-Shin Ramen lets you savor an umami-packed broth.

They might be a bit on the pricier side, but

if you're longing to taste that Fukuoka ramen again,

I highly recommend grabbing at least one pack.

Other Groceries

Next up, I'll show you some other fantastic grocery items.

First, I recommend furikake (rice seasoning) and garlic chip all-purpose seasoning that you can enjoy with rice.

Both have such a rich umami flavor that you'll finish a bowl of white rice in no time!

Furikake is perfect for kids, while the all-purpose seasoning makes a fantastic side dish for adults!

Next, I'd love to recommend a soy sauce that's perfect for making soy sauce egg rice.

These days, there are popular soy sauce egg rice packs that come with both egg and soy sauce, but for me, the yolk tasted a bit off, so I just couldn't eat them...!

Instead, it'll be much more delicious if you just buy the soy sauce and fry your own eggs to enjoy together.

Next, Mintia is just perfect for carrying around and popping one when your mouth feels a bit dry or sluggish.

I especially find the small size so convenient for a quick refresh.

Finally, we have dried sweet potato snacks and spreads.

Dried sweet potato snacks are a great, easy-to-grab treat for any time.

They're also perfect when hunger strikes during your travels!

There are various flavors of spreads, but since you're in Fukuoka, I definitely recommend the mentaiko (pollock roe) flavor.

Thanks to mentaiko's unique umami, it's absolutely fantastic spread on toast!

Alcoholic Beverages

Next up, I'll share my Don Quijote shopping list for alcoholic beverages.

For those who aren't big drinkers, I highly recommend Horoyoi, which boasts strong sweet fruity flavors like soda and peach.

Don Quijote is often cheaper than convenience stores, so if you're going to buy it anyway, make sure to shop there!

Next is the incredibly famous Suntory Whisky.

It's renowned for highballs, and I wholeheartedly recommend it because you can get it much cheaper here than in Korea.

These days, you can even find Horoyoi or Lemon Sour concentrates sold separately.

If you buy one and mix it with tonic water or soda, you can enjoy a fantastic drink very affordably, so bringing these concentrates home is a brilliant idea!

Next, there were also many bottles of Dassai displayed, which are incredibly popular among tourists.

However, I often noticed that Don Quijote sells them somewhat more expensively than their original price.

For high-end Japanese alcoholic beverages, I generally recommend against shopping at Don Quijote.

Miscellaneous Goods

Next up, I'll share my recommended shopping list for miscellaneous goods.

First, we have the Fino Premium Touch Hair Mask.

Many people buy this specifically for hair care.

However, it can be heavy, so make sure to consider your luggage allowance when you grab it!

Next is the Mentholatum Medicated Lip Balm.

It's quite affordable, so I recommend it as a thoughtful gift for friends and family.

It contains menthol, so you get a refreshing, cool sensation when you apply it.

Following that is this cute heart-shaped pink soap, also affectionately known as "hip soap."

It's a product designed to care for dead skin cells and improve skin texture on your hips, making it quite a popular item!

Since they're so cute, I highly recommend grabbing one!

Lastly, I'd like to recommend a toilet deodorizer.

It's a peach-scented toilet deodorizer, and just a drop or two

can effectively eliminate toilet odors, which I found incredibly useful!

It's definitely something good to have at home.

Chiikawa Collection Must-Haves

The final recommended items I'm excited to share are

the incredibly popular Chiikawa collectibles!

First up are the Chiikawa random blind boxes/goods.

The fun of these random goods is not knowing

which character you'll get, making them truly exciting items!

These small figures are perfect for decorating your desk at work,

and since they're so adorable, you absolutely have to grab at least one!

Personally, I was really hoping to get Unagi!

Next, we have accessory-type goods perfect

for attaching to bags or other items.

From play charms to keyrings, you'll find various characters like Chiikawa, Hachiware,

and Usagi, and honestly, I wanted to grab every single one!

Finally, there's a huge array of Chiikawa character goods,

including pouches, lunchboxes, bag charms, magnetic cables,

phone PopSockets (GripToks), phone camera cases,

and even power banks! With such a wide variety of merchandise available,

if you're a Chiikawa collector, you absolutely must browse them all!

Don Quijote Shopping Notes

Today, I've briefly introduced my Fukuoka Don Quijote shopping list.

By the way, for those planning to get a tax refund at Don Quijote,

you need to be aware of the new system starting from November 2026.

Until October, if your purchase exceeded 5,500 JPY,

you could get an immediate tax refund and purchase items at the duty-free price.

However, from November, you'll purchase items at the tax-included price, then

receive a refund at a duty-free counter after customs check at the airport.

Therefore, when you depart, you must have all the duty-free items and receipts from your Don Quijote purchases with you.

So, I hope you find my shopping list helpful for a quick and enjoyable shopping trip!