Getting used to living in Japan occasionally means re-learning how to do basic, everyday tasks like grocery shopping. Sure, you can put your trust in Japanese supermarket memes to tell you where to shop. But, you can also go for what’s most convenient. And, sometimes, that means not leaving your home at all and making use of English-friendly services. We’ve put together a handy list of grocery delivery services in Japan to meet your nutritional needs regardless of where you live (almost).
- 1. Green Co-op
- 2. Bio Marche
- 3. Radish Boya
- 4. Seikatsu Club
- 5. Oisix
- 6. Pal System
- 7. Co-Op Deli
- 8. Daichi No Mamoru Kai
- 9. Sun Life
- 10. Amazon Fresh
- 11. Rakuten Mart
- 12. Aeon at Home
- 13. Maruetsu
1. Green Co-op
Green Co-op specializes in connecting consumers with producers. From meats, fish and produce to cosmetic goods and daily necessities, this non-profit organization values sustainable eating. One of the benefits of Green Co-op is that you can join with friends and family in group accounts. This means everyone avoids double-paying for fees. But, this special offer depends on everyone continuing to buy every month.
- Service Area: Kyushu, Chugoku, Kansai
- Membership Fees: No, but members are expected to invest in the co-op. Initial investments can range from ¥1,000-3,000, but the amount should increase with each additional month. When you quit, your investment will be refunded, but some exceptions may apply to a full refund.
- English services: Yes
- Apps: Apple / Android
2. Bio Marche
Bio Marche wants to be your gateway to organic food and goods. All products have received JAS Organic certification, a designation given out by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Bio Marche offers a wide array of options, including protein, produce, rice, dairy and organic processed foods. They also sell individual products as well as prepared meals ready to eat.
- Service area: Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, Chiba, most of Kansai, Aichi, Gifu, Mie, Hiroshima, Fukuoka and Saga
- Membership Fees: ¥5,500/year
- English services: No
- Apps: No
3. Radish Boya
Radish Boya is ready to deliver additive-free foods and seasonal low-pesticide produce, various kinds of protein, prepared meals and more. Choose from several delivery options, including weekly, every two weeks, once a month. Or, you can go the most flexible option and order whenever you need. Radish Boya also sells difficult to find vegetables, like Italian white eggplants, so you can diversify your diet.
- Service area: Most prefectures in Kansai, Kanto and Sapporo
- Membership Fees: Annual membership fees start from the second year (¥1,100)
- English services: No
- Apps: No
4. Seikatsu Club
Seikatsu Club offers a wide array of groceries, from fresh veggies to meat and seafood. If you would love to cut down on meal prep time, check out their selection of meal kits. Seikatsu Club tries to offer products that use as minimal chemicals and additives as possible. This information is included upfront so customers can make the best decisions for them.
- Service area: Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Kansai, Chubu and Koshin regions
- Membership Fees: Initial enrollment (¥1,000) + monthly membership (¥1,000)
- English services: No
- Apps: No
5. Oisix
Oisix sells over 1,500 products weekly and regularly updates its inventory with new items. Its meal kits are especially popular and can be purchased for up to five days. A unique feature is the ability to select up to three items from a list of 45, including dairy, vegetables, eggs, and sausages, that will be priced at a reduced flat rate.
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