Japan Haul: 4 Must-Have Haircare and Oral Care Products I Picked Up in Japan

Thursday, May 8, 2025

Japan Haul: 4 Must-Have Haircare and Oral Care Products I Picked Up in Japan

As I mentioned in my previous entry, my husband and I visited Japan last year. During our trip, I picked up some haircare and oral care products that I had been eager to try for a long time. One of the things I truly admire about Japanese products is their exceptional craftsmanship and quality. Today, I’m thrilled to share with you four fantastic products I brought back from Japan.

1. Vess Hair Dye Brush & Comb for Professional Use (ベスヘアダイブラシ＆コーム)

Hair Dye Brush and Comb

DY-500

Purchased for 495 yen ($3.30) at Hands in Fukuoka

Can be purchased at Hands and Loft in Japan

Vess Hair Dye Brush & Comb for Professional Use (ベスヘアダイブラシ＆コーム)

I was eager to purchase a Japanese hair color applicator brush since I often dye my hair at home. After doing some research, I found the Vess Hair Dye Brush & Comb for Professional Use, which has numerous positive reviews on Amazon Japan. Many reviewers mentioned how easy it is to apply hair color with this brush. When I spotted it at Hands, I decided to buy one. As it turns out, it truly makes applying hair color a breeze, and I absolutely love it!

2. Shower Cap (シャワーキャップ)

Disposable Shower Cap

Purchased 10 pieces for 110 yen ($0.74) at Daiso in Fukuoka

Can be purchased at most 100-yen shops in Japan

Shower Cap (シャワーキャップ)

Since I dye my hair at home, I often need disposable shower caps. That’s why, whenever I stay in hotels in Japan, I make sure to keep the ones provided for future use. (Most Japanese hotels offer a wide range of complimentary amenities, including disposable shower caps.) However, I still needed more, so I purchased a pack of 10 disposable shower caps for just 110 yen.

3. Daiso Non-Tangled Elastic Hair Ties (ダイソーからまないゴム)

Brown Hair Ties

35mm

Purchased 100-hair ties for 110 yen ($0.74) at Daiso in Fukuoka

Can be purchased at Daiso branches in Japan

Daiso Non-Tangled Elastic Hair Ties (ダイソーからまないゴム)

I decided to purchase brown Daiso Non-Tangled Elastic Hair Ties because I had previously bought the black ones, and they were incredibly durable and long-lasting. Since my hair is dark brown, I chose the brown ties this time to better match my hair color. The pack contains 100 hair ties, and I feel like they’ll last me a lifetime!

4. Interdental Brush (歯間ブラシ)

As I mentioned in my previous entry, I purchased interdental brushes for the first time in Japan about two years ago. At the time, I was buying my favorite Systema toothbrushes at a drugstore, and I noticed the interdental brushes displayed next to the toothbrush section. They caught my eye unexpectedly, as I hadn’t planned on getting them. To my surprise, I absolutely loved them! They turned out to be one of the best products I purchased in Japan, and I regretted not buying more.

Before then, I had never used interdental brushes, but once I started using them daily, I noticed a significant improvement in my gum health. Even my hygienist complimented me during my semiannual dental check-up, saying I was doing a great job maintaining clean teeth at home. After running out of my Japanese interdental brushes, I tried some from drugstores in the U.S., but I quickly realized that the Japanese ones were far superior in quality. That’s why, during my visit to Japan last year, I made sure to stock up on them!

Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brush (デンタルプロ L字型歯間ブラシ)

Interdental Brushes

Size 0 (SSSS), 0.6mm

Purchased 10-interdental brushes for 299 yen ($2) at Direx discount store in Fukuoka

Can be purchased at most drugstores and discount stores in Japan

Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brush (デンタルプロ L字型歯間ブラシ)

I purchased the Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brushes in size 0 (SSSS), which is the smallest size available in their range.

Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brush (デンタルプロ L字型歯間ブラシ)

Interdental Brushes

Size 1 (SSS), 0.7mm

Purchased 10-interdental brushes for 299 yen ($2) at Direx discount store in Fukuoka

Can be purchased at most drugstores and discount stores in Japan

Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brush (デンタルプロ L字型歯間ブラシ)

The Dental Pro L-Shaped Interdental Brushes in size 1 (SSS) are larger than the pink size 0 (SSSS) brushes. The size of the brush head determines how well it fits between your tooth gaps. Interdental brushes come in various sizes, and you may need more than one size to effectively clean different areas of your mouth.