Where to find turkey in Japan

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If you’re living in Japan and craving turkey for a special occasion—whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas or simply a hearty feast—you might be wondering where to find one. While turkey isn’t a common staple in Japanese supermarkets, there are several great places to score this seasonal bird. Here’s a friendly guide on where to find turkey in Japan and all the trimmings.

5. National Azabu Supermarket

6. National Denen Supermarket

7. Costco

8. Nissin World Delicatessen

9. Meidi-Ya

10. Hanamasa

1. The Meat Guy

The Meat Guy’s “early bird special”

For foreigners in Japan, The Meat Guy is a go-to supplier of high-quality meats, including whole turkeys, which can be hard to find elsewhere. They offer holiday staples like stuffing and seasonal pies to complete your meal. From September 30 to November 18, they’re offering a 25% discount on whole turkeys and pork roasts! The Meat Guy delivers nationwide, so you can order everything online and have it shipped to your doorstep.

Website: The Meat Guy
Price: It normally costs around ¥9,000 to ¥12,000. From Sept. 30 to Nov. 18, there is a special 25% discount.

2. Horizon Farms

The online store Horizon Farms specializes in organic, additive-free food and meats. It claims that all meat comes from livestock raised ethically in free-range conditions, with a strong focus on animal welfare. It offers farm-raised turkey meat from New Zealand, which is available for delivery across Japan.

Website: Horizon Farms

3. Rakuten

These days, you can find just about anything on Rakuten—even turkey options. By searching for “七面鳥” (shichimenchou), which means turkey in Japanese, you can browse whole turkeys or turkey slices. Rakuten features products from various sellers, including The Meat Guy, giving you a wide selection and competitive prices.

Website: Rakuten
Price: ¥5,000 to ¥15,000

4. Whole Meat

This online store offers a variety of high-quality meats not commonly found in Japanese supermarkets. It also provides poultry from Japan, Brazil and the USA, including halal chicken. Whole Meat’s service is available in English, French, Japanese, and German.