One of the greatest joys of traveling is finding the perfect souvenir to bring home. Souvenirs carry the excitement of discovering something you can only find at your destination.
Choosing a gift while imagining the smile and gratitude of the person receiving it is part of the fun. At the same time, buying regional specialties and traditional crafts gives you the chance to learn about the local culture and heritage.
Souvenirs are more than just gifts—they are a way to experience the charm of a region firsthand.
In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the best souvenirs from Yamanashi Prefecture. From local specialties to unique crafts, we’ll introduce options for every occasion.
👉 Scroll down to check out our recommendations!
Souvenirs Around Lake Yamanakako
Famous for its stunning views of Mt. Fuji, Lake Yamanakako is one of the Fuji Five Lakes. In this article, we introduce five souvenir shops around Lake Yamanakako.
From traditional Yamanashi sweets to Kikyo Shingen Mochi and even popular Pokémon cards, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re young or old, you’ll enjoy browsing these shops.
Mori no Eki Asahigaoka
Omiyage-dokoro Hana Fuusen / Flower Shop
Tsurutsuka Drive-In
PAPER MOON
7-Eleven Yamanakako Lakeside Store

Souvenirs Around Lake Kawaguchiko
Lake Kawaguchiko, another of the Fuji Five Lakes, is a lively area where you can enjoy activities with Mt. Fuji views and even fireworks in summer. Here, we highlight five great souvenir shops around Lake Kawaguchiko.
You’ll find unique items such as handmade cheesecakes and traditional shops where you can experience the beauty of Japan’s four seasons through washi (Japanese paper). Many items are available only around Kawaguchiko, making them truly special.
Kawaguchiko Sweets Garden
Michi-no-Eki Katsuyama
Gateway Fujiyama (Kawaguchiko Station Store)
Fujizakura Kobo Hanaterasu Shop
Medetaya Kawaguchiko Store

Mt. Fuji–Shaped Souvenirs
Perfect as a gift or even as a treat for yourself, these souvenirs combine great taste with fun Mt. Fuji–inspired designs.
We introduce three iconic Mt. Fuji–shaped souvenirs:
Chiffon Fuji
Kindaruma Confectionery
Fujiyama Cookie

Peach Cosmetics from Yamanashi
Yamanashi is Japan’s top producer of peaches, and recently, peach-based cosmetics have become extremely popular.
In this section, we feature four recommended peach cosmetics, perfect as gifts or souvenirs:
Yamanashi & Nagano Lululun Face Masks
Peach Hand Cream
Oh! Baby Peach Cosmetics Series
Hokuroku Sosui Deep Moist Serum

Museum Souvenirs
Yamanashi is home to many museums and art galleries, each with unique souvenirs available at their museum shops.
Highlights include:
Hataori Textiles (neckties and more) – Fujisan Museum
Vintage & Antique Music Boxes – Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum
Koshu Inden Leather Crafts – Inden Museum

Souvenirs at Don Quijote
Known in Japan as “Donki”, Don Quijote is a popular discount store chain. In this section, we introduce souvenirs unique to Yamanashi that you can find at Don Quijote, along with useful tips on duty-free shopping for international visitors.
Shingen Mochi
Kurotama
Mt. Fuji Alfort Chocolates
Alcohol & Yamanashi Wine
Hoto Noodles
Seasonal Fruits
Fujinokake Salmon

Summary
In this roundup, we’ve gathered some of the best souvenirs to buy in Yamanashi Prefecture.
Whether it’s local specialties, seasonal fruits, unique crafts, or Mt. Fuji–inspired goods, you’ll find plenty of memorable items to take home.
When you visit Yamanashi, be sure to use this guide to make your souvenir shopping even more enjoyable!
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