Japan sells all sorts of Japanese and international luxury brands, and many times you put off buying things just in case you find a better deal elsewhere. However, 9xs out of 10 you get to the airport and it's too late because by that time you are more concerned with getting to your gate and catching your flight. 
Which is why JAPANKURU wants to introduce an IN CITY duty-free store that you can easily find in the fashion capital of Tokyo, Ginza. It's important to mention that even if you live in Japan, you can get duty-free deals here!!! So read more below~~~

💮LOTTE DUTY FREE GINZA
🏢8 & 9F of Tokyu Plaza Ginza
Google Maps
⏰Weekdays – 11:00～9:00pm
Sat, Sun, Holidays – 11:00～9:00pm
Holidays depends on Tokyu Plaza Ginza
🚉Nearest Stations: Ginza Station Exit C2 – 1min walk
Hibiya Station Exit A1 & Yurakucho Station Exit A0 – 2min walk
JR Yurakucho Station – 4min walk​

Opening in 2016, the landmark TOKYU PLAZA GINZA is a glitzy sophisticated commercial facility aimed at the younger generation. Normally the rooftop garden is the must-see spot but on the 8th and 9th floors, you'll find an airport-type duty-free shop.
The LOTTE Duty Free store is separated into two floors, international and Japanese cosmetics on the 9th floor and accessories and clothing boutiques on the 8th.
 

LOTTE Duty Free Ginza 9th floor

LOTTE Duty Free Ginza 8th floor

Jo Malone, England’s perfume and scented candle brand

Shiseido’s new 24h Defense Mist Duo, Japan’s limited design

Like mentioned above, you'll find a lot of international name brand beauty products. Some you may have heard of before, some you may see for the first time. Many brands, say Givenchy, Jo Malone, and De La Mer are sold worldwide so you may think that it isn't necessary to buy anything from those type of brands. However, you are VERY likely to find "limited in Japan" products for sale here. Which is why, aside from the duty-free price, it's worth taking a look at brands you may even find in your home country.

Then for you Asian beauty fans, there are some of Japan's and Korea's top cosmetic brands sold! 
Brands like Shiseido and SK II are a given, but even some brands we've never heard of like Three, IOPE, and WHOO are sold. LOTTE is originally a Korean company, is it's no wonder they would have the best of Asia's skincare and cosmetics.

For reference, the 9th floor also has a corner called the "TAX FREE ZONE" which is different from duty-free.
It may seem self-explanatory to some, but many people actually get them mixed up. So just a small explanation differing the two:
➤DUTY FREE is to be exempted from all taxes (normally you won't find duty-free shops inside the city, only at airports)
➤TAX FREE is to be exempt mainly from consumption tax (can find tax-free stores all over Tokyo)

TAX FREE ZONE

EVENT ZONE

CUSTOMER LOUNGE

📜Lotte Duty Free Gift Certificate
– Use: Stores within Ginza
– Present the receipt the same day of purchase to the Gift Desk
💴20,000yen or more purchase = 1,000yen coupon
-30,000yen+ purchase = 2,000yen coupon
– Gifts can be exchanged once a day, only in one passport

The process of getting duty-free is really simple, just PLEASE be sure to have your passport and ticket (or E-ticket) on hand. Above we mentioned that even if you live in Japan you can get this deal, and you can! As long as you have proof that you are departing Japan you are fine.

Once you make your purchase(s), you'll receive an Exchange Ticket. Be sure to hold on to it until your departure because there is a chance you may not get your purchased items at the airport. You will pick up your things at the Duty Free Pickup Counter at Narita or Haneda Airport.

*The services are only available from those two airports

💮LOTTE DUTY FREE GINZA
🏢8 & 9F of Tokyu Plaza Ginza
Google Maps
⏰Weekdays – 11:00～9:00pm
Sat, Sun, Holidays – 11:00～9:00pm
Holidays depends on Tokyu Plaza Ginza
🚉Nearest Stations: Ginza Station Exit C2 – 1min walk
Hibiya Station Exit A1 & Yurakucho Station Exit A0 – 2min walk
JR Yurakucho Station – 4min walk

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