Yoshiya

Tucked under the elevated tracks of Ameyoko along the passageway heading towards Okachimachi, Yoshiya is an imported confectionery specialist that draws in sweet-toothed visitors from near and far. Despite the compact storefront, its shelves are tightly lined with colourful packages of chocolates, candies, and unusual overseas snacks.

Many come specifically for the wide selection of foreign chocolates. Alongside household favourites like Lindt, you will find items such as Ferrero Pocket Coffee filled with liquid espresso, chocolate-dipped candied orange peels, and cherry chocolates combining fruit and rich cacao. Items that have largely vanished from standard Japanese supermarkets, such as Skittles, sit alongside trendy foreign gummies, turning a close look at the shelves into a miniature treasure hunt.

The store retains the competitive pricing of the wholesale market district, with clearance bargains on near-expiry items or slightly dented boxes appearing at bargain prices on certain days. The staff know their inventory well and are happy to offer advice, making it easy to ask if you are hunting for a specific brand.

QR code payment methods such as PayPay and Rakuten Pay are accepted, so you can pop in and check out quickly while strolling through Ameyoko. Open until 18:30 every day except Wednesday, it makes a convenient detour for an everyday treat or something sweet to accompany your coffee.