12 Must-Buy Souvenirs for Your Shanghai Trip

Now that it's possible to enter China without a visa, Shanghai is becoming an increasingly popular travel destination. We'll introduce some special souvenirs that are perfect for those who are wondering "what kind of souvenir would make someone happy" or "looking for something unique to Shanghai." We've carefully selected items from a variety of genres, including delicious tea, sweets, and stylish miscellaneous goods. If you're planning a trip to Shanghai, be sure to check it out!

12 Recommended Souvenirs from Shanghai
🥮Traditional Mooncakes
🍡Dumplings
🍵Chinese Tea
🐰Da Baitunaitan Candy
🥨Butterfly Su (Futie Su)
👝Tianzifang Miscellaneous Goods
🪭Yuyuan Shopping Mall Fans
🧴Shanghai Snow Ox (Vanishing Cream)
☕️Starbucks Limited Edition Products
📏MUJI China Limited Edition Products
🖼️Shanghai Museum & Pudong Art Museum Miscellaneous Goods
🎢Shanghai Disney Limited Edition Goods

Shanghai Souvenir & Shopping Areas
・Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street
A bustling area with everything from long-established shops to the latest trends

・Huaihai Middle Road
Areas with a wide selection of trendy products for young people

・Pudong International Airport or Hongqiao International Airport Departure Area
A last-ditch option when you're short on time (though prices are a bit higher).

⭐️ Important Notes

Food Expiration Dates: Be sure to check the expiration dates on processed foods.

Meat Products Prohibited: Please note that meat products, such as fresh meat mooncakes, cannot be brought back to Japan.

Expensive Items: You may need to declare these items at customs, so be sure to keep your receipts for expensive items.

Shanghai offers a wide variety of souvenirs, from traditional to modern. When shopping, it's a good idea to try bargaining even outside of high-end department stores. However, long-established food stores generally sell at fixed prices, making price negotiations difficult.

Whether you choose a souvenir to treat yourself or a gift for a loved one, it's sure to be a hit. Pick up some unique and charming Shanghai souvenirs and take home wonderful memories.

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