Japanese hand creams are famous for their high quality, lightweight textures, and unique scents.
They are easy to pack, affordable, and perfect as souvenirs or self-care gifts while traveling in Japan.
Here are the best Japanese hand creams, categorized by price range.
💴 Budget (Under ¥800)
1. Atrix Beauty Charge Hand Cream
Price: ¥300–¥500
Light, fast-absorbing, and non-sticky — you can touch your phone immediately after applying.
It leaves hands smooth and soft, and can also be used on nails and cuticles.
Where to buy:
Drugstores, @cosme, Bic Camera, Donki
2. Yusukin (ユースキン)
Price: ¥500–¥700
A medicated hand cream for cracks, rough skin, and frostbite.
Contains vitamin E, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and strong moisturizers.
Perfect for dry winters or people with very rough hands.
Where to buy:
Drugstores, some 7-Eleven stores
3. CoenRich Q10 Night Renew
Price: ¥500–¥700
A night treatment hand cream with Coenzyme Q10.
Fruity floral scent that becomes soft and sweet over time.
Great for bedtime care.
Where to buy:
Drugstores, @cosme, Bic Camera
4. Urea 10% Cream
Price: ¥300–¥600
Contains 10% urea to soften rough, cracked skin.
Works well on hands, heels, elbows, and knees.
Where to buy:
Drugstores
💴 Mid-Range (¥800–¥2,000)
5. Atrix Beauty Charge Night Superior
Price: ¥900–¥1,200
Rich cream with beauty serum capsules that melt into the skin.
Perfect for night care with a relaxing aroma.
Where to buy:
Drugstores, @cosme, Bic Camera
6. Pro-Grade Hand Cream
Price: ¥1,000–¥1,500
Used by professionals (chefs, nurses, hair stylists).
Absorbs fast, water-resistant, and fragrance-free.
Where to buy:
Loft, Tokyu Hands, drugstores
7. AYURA Aroma Hand Cream
Price: ¥1,500–¥2,000
Plant-based ingredients with a calming herbal aroma.
Contains shea butter and hyaluronic acid.
Where to buy:
Department stores, Loft, Tokyu Hands
8. Yojiya (よーじや)
Price: ¥1,200–¥1,800
Famous Kyoto brand.
Their “Mayugomori” series is especially moisturizing.
Where to buy:
Yojiya official shops, some Loft stores
💎 Luxury (¥2,000+)
9. SHISEIDO Ultimune Hand Cream
Price: ¥3,000–¥3,500
High-performance protection against dryness, dust, and pollution.
Green floral scent, non-sticky.
Where to buy:
Department stores, SHISEIDO shops, Aeon
10. THREE
Price: ¥2,500–¥3,000
Organic essential oils with a soft, natural scent.
Popular with both men and women.
Where to buy:
Department stores, @cosme, THREE shops
11. EXCIA (Albion)
Price: ¥4,000–¥5,000
Medicated whitening hand cream with kojic acid.
Targets dark spots and sun damage.
Where to buy:
Cosmetic stores
12. Clé de Peau Beauté
Price: ¥6,000–¥7,000
Luxury Japanese skincare with SPF 18 PA++.
Brightens skin and protects from UV.
Where to buy:
Department stores, cosmetic shops
13. BAUM
Price: ¥3,000–¥4,000
Forest-inspired scent and eco-friendly concept.
Alcohol-free, silicone-free.
Where to buy:
Department stores, BAUM shops
🎁 Why Hand Creams Are Perfect Souvenirs
Easy to find everywhere
Lightweight & TSA-friendly
Affordable luxury
Unique Japanese formulas
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