Fukuoka Shopping Guide 2026: Don Quijote & Snacks

I’m excited to share my ultimate souvenir haul from my latest trip to Fukuoka! As you might have guessed, my shopping list is heavily focused on delicious local snacks and treats.

If you have a sweet tooth, you are going to love these recommendations!

Fukuoka, Japan Snack Haul Highlights

First up, let’s start with a crowd favorite...

The iconic Horoyoi Popular Collection 10-Can Pack.

Back home, we usually only get basic flavors like peach or grape if we're lucky. But visiting the birthplace of Horoyoi is a whole different story—the flavor variety is absolutely mind-blowing!

With a super light 3% ABV, it’s the perfect refreshing drink for casual sipping, even if you aren't a heavy drinker.

Next up is this incredible melt-in-your-mouth chocolate.

It is seriously divine. They have a classic milk chocolate version, but since I've had that plenty of times, I opted for the Matcha (Green Tea) and Strawberry flavors this time.

My personal winner? Definitely the Matcha. That sweet yet pleasantly bitter balance is absolutely perfect.

While Royce' chocolate is amazing, it feels a bit fancy and requires refrigeration. These, on the other hand, are individually wrapped and super easy to throw in your bag for a quick sweet treat on the go.

I also decided to try a new liquor-infused chocolate from the same brand.

My honest review? It’s not bad, but I probably wouldn't buy it again.

The alcohol flavor is surprisingly strong. One bite and you'll definitely say, "Whoa, that's got a kick!"

Finally, these grape gummies!

I randomly picked these up at a local convenience store during the trip, fell in love, and had to buy a bunch to bring home.

The pack features three different grape-based flavors, each with its own unique characteristics.

I used a translation app to figure out the flavors: Sweetness, Acidity, and "Mellow Fragrance" (Hojun)...

I was wondering what "Mellow Fragrance" would taste like in a gummy...

Turns out it's a real culinary term for a rich, deep aroma! Haha.

Sorry for doubting you, Google Translate...

Here is what they look like!

Japanese Convenience Store Finds

Pro tip: The secret to a successful Japanese snack haul is to taste-test things at the convenience store (konbini) first, then buy your favorites in bulk at Don Quijote later.

Since we had a long bus ride to Yufuin, we needed plenty of snacks to keep us company along the way.

We did a massive taste test and only brought home the absolute best. Note: the last chocolate cookie snack wasn't bad, but it was just a bit too sweet to buy in bulk.

Shopping at Don Quijote Fukuoka

Once we knew what we liked, we headed straight to Don Quijote in Fukuoka to stock up on gifts and personal stash.

The price difference between the two is pretty significant! The photo on the left shows the 7-Eleven price, which is noticeably higher than Don Quijote.

As I was browsing through all the different Horoyoi flavors...

I spotted the 10-can variety pack! It went straight into my cart without hesitation.

Actually, I did a quick search on customs regulations first. Since there are limits on duty-free alcohol allowances depending on your home country, it's always good to double-check. I declared them on my customs form, and because it was a small quantity of low-ABV beverages, I sailed right through security without any issues!

I wanted to buy even more, but I had to keep my luggage weight in check, so I stopped there.

(I skipped the usual popular items like Roihi-Tsuboko coin patches, Megrhythm steam eye masks, Kyusoku Jikan cooling sheets, and Eyebon eye wash since I already have plenty of those at home.)

Fukuoka Airport Duty-Free Shopping

Before you pass through security, there are a few small convenience shops. Once you get inside the departures area, you will find the main duty-free stores stocked with all the classic Japanese food souvenirs.

A few shops at the airport were temporarily closed, but the main duty-free areas are fully stocked with all the classic favorites like Royce' Chocolate and Tokyo Banana.

I am incredibly satisfied with everything I bought on this trip and would 100% buy them all again.

I haven't finished all 10 cans of Horoyoi yet, but once I do, I'll narrow down my absolute favorites for the next trip.

Actually, who am I kidding? I'll probably just buy the whole variety pack again. It's an absolute steal—I got the 10-can pack for around ~$6 in Japan, whereas back home, a single imported can can easily cost ~$3 to ~$4!

That wraps up my snack-centric Fukuoka shopping guide. Happy shopping on your next trip to Japan!