Ichifuji — Local services in Tokyo

If you think souvenirs should only be keychains or matcha KitKats, allow me to introduce you to a place that slaps that logic straight out of your brain.

Walking into Ichifuji is like stepping into a minimalist’s fever dream. Stacks upon stacks of bowls, plates, sake cups, and dishes – each piece whispering “take me home, elevate your cheap instant ramen into Michelin-level presentation.” Prices are fair, quality is outstanding, and the staff treat you with that classic calm Japanese courtesy that makes you reconsider your entire attitude towards customer service.

This isn’t your sterile department store ceramics section. It’s a living, breathing alley shop with crates of pottery and narrow aisles that force you into intimate proximity with craftsmanship. Every glance reveals another glaze, another pattern, another shape that makes your brain go: “Why don’t I already own this?”

I grabbed a small bowl as a kitchen reminder. Could I have bought ten? Absolutely. Did I show restraint because I have luggage weight limits and minimal willpower? Also yes.

Ichifuji is where you go to buy a small piece of Japan you’ll actually use. Forget tourist trash – get yourself a bowl that will outlast your will to...

This place has the BEST selection of ceramics and the BEST prices too. We had explored a lot of Tokyo already so I knew that Ichifuii had the best selection and best prices. I had to go back there to eat and to buy more sake glasses, chopsticks rests and plates. It's right across the street from the indoor fish market and food court so you should definitely go! The owners are kind and welcoming to foreigners as well. You can use a credit card as well! It's a good thing I don't live in Tokyo or else I'd be there...

The best place in Japan to buy ceramics and dishes.

We came across this shop on the corner of the Tsukiji Market on the first day and decided that we would shop around for prices for the remainder of our trip. Ichifuji has the best selection and price point for all your Japanese dishwater/ceramics.

We made a trip back on our last day to get our sake...