As we all know, Japan is full of many strange and wonderful things. A simple trip to the supermarket can turn into hours of wondering what this and that does, and the same goes for a pharmacy. The site soranews found 10 strange and interesting products and we will show them here too:

1. ear cleaning products

If you are used to using cotton swabs, in Japan they have the mimisukitto [ミミスキット] perfect for removing all impurities from the ear. With two ends, one solid and the other soft rubber.

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2. Eye masks

Unlike common eye masks, this one heats up and comes scented. Just using it to describe the sensation.

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3. Hot anti-constipation pills

Not discreet pills, which look more like those chocolates. (Smarties, MeM, Confeti)

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4. Anti-hangover drinks

This is something I am sure would be a hit here in Brazil. Drink this beverage, party, and you will wake up with a clear head the next day (If it really works). The bottle has an orange and tasty liquid.

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5. Hand warmers

The Japanese buy dozens of disposable hand warmers in winter. They contain chemicals that produce heat thanks to exothermic oxidation, these products can stay warm for up to 9 hours. Many people like to put them in their gloves or on their waists and even in their feet to avoid a chill.

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6. Anti-allergy spray

As it is common for some to have pollen or weather allergies, instead of using masks there is this solution. This new defensive treatment promises to protect you from allergies just by spraying your face.

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7. Moist masks

Most should know that it is quite common to use masks to avoid passing germs to others, or to avoid allergies and pollen. This brand comes with moist pads to prevent your throat from drying out during the day. They are also quite useful on long flights.

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8. Ghostly masks

Facial masks are a popular beauty treatment worldwide, where the common ones are green masks placed on the face to treat the skin. However, what is usually found in Japan is a paper-like mask soaked in essence.

Also read: Discover 10 Famous Japanese Masks

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9. Eyelid tape

In Japan, there is a strong desire to have double eyelids. For those who do not want to undergo surgery, there is eyelid tape, a little less painful and found in various pharmacies in Japan.

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10. Themed bath salts

Themed products are quite popular, how about making your bath smell better with bath salts from One Piece or Shingeki no Kyojin. These are just a few of the thousands of themed products. These are found in kiwi, lemon, grape, and apple scents.

We recommend reading: How Many Episodes Does One Piece Have?

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These are just a few of the infinite different products that can be found in a drugstore or other places.

Kevin Henrique

Kevin Henrique

Asian culture expert with over 10 years of experience, focusing on Japan, Korea, anime, and gaming. A self-taught writer and traveler dedicated to teaching Japanese, sharing travel tips, and exploring deep, fascinating trivia.

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