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Malebranche 茶の菓 8枚入 #Souvenir SweetsJP¥1,520 Malebranche 茶の菓 8枚入 Japan price
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥1,520
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥1,407
In USD≈ US$9
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Tax 8%

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Malebranche Cha no Ka 8 pcs

茶の菓 8枚入

Price JP¥1,520 · tax-free JP¥1,407
Flights OK on the plane
Source Malebranche official online shop · 10-23
Souvenir Sweets

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Malebranche official online shop is JP¥1,520 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

A popular Kyoto matcha souvenir: langue de chat cookies made with Uji koicha-grade matcha sandwiching white chocolate. The official site says "about 15 days from shipping," a fairly short shelf life. Sold at Kyoto Station, Kansai Airport, and Narita Airport.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-23 · sources at the end

Store price (incl. tax) JP¥1,520. At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥1,407 at the register (≈ US$9).Below the threshold on its own: you need JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day to buy tax-free. How the new tax-free refund works › Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate.

Customs rules differ by country and region. Will it work in your country? →

Flights: OK on the plane. No batteries, liquids or dangerous goods: OK in carry-on or checked baggage

Good for: Fans of rich matcha flavor traveling in Kyoto | Not for: Those with two or more weeks of travel left

Sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations, and in department store food halls. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-23 · prices for reference only · names: Malebranche Cha no Ka 8 pcs / 茶の菓 8枚入

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Store price
JP¥1,520
Tax-free price
JP¥1,407
In USD (reference)
≈ US$9

Japan price: Malebranche official online shop, 2026-10-23
Below JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own: combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free
Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate.
USD rate JP¥1 = US$0.006377 (2026-10-23) · Prices are for reference only; check in store.

How tax-free shopping works

Until Oct 31, 2026: show your passport at a tax-free shop and pay the tax-free price at the register (at least JP¥5,000 excl. tax per store per day).

Calculate the refund · New tax-free rules explained

Specs

BrandMalebranche / マールブランシュ
Model茶の菓 8枚入
TypeCookies/sandwich cookies
RegionKyoto
Where to buyAirport, Station, Department store, Official online store
Needs refrigerationNo
Individually wrappedTBD
Pieces8pcs
Shelf life (manufacturer)TBD

Spec sources: Malebranche official online shop, Malebranche store list

Taking it home: country by country

Customs rules differ by country; check your own customs authority before you travel. Pick your country to put it at the top.

Country / regionResultWhat to know
Mainland China Allowed Packaged foods: reasonable amounts for personal use can usually be brought in
Hong Kong Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Macao Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Taiwan Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Singapore Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
South Korea Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United States Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Thailand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Malaysia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Philippines Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Vietnam Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Indonesia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
India Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Australia Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
New Zealand Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Canada Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
United Kingdom Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Germany Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
France Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Italy Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.
Spain Allowed Packaged food and cosmetics: usually fine to carry as personal items, subject to your destination's customs rules.

Flights (all destinations): OK on the plane: No batteries, liquids or dangerous goods: OK in carry-on or checked baggage

This model: TBD. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Rating and pros/cons TBD.

Where to buy

In Japan

Sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations, and in department store food halls.

Find the nearest store

Japanese phrases to show staff · Checkout checklist · Calculate the price after refund

Frequently asked questions

Can I take Malebranche 茶の菓 8枚入 home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21. See the table "Taking it home: country by country" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the Malebranche 茶の菓 8枚入 in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the store price on Malebranche official online shop is JP¥1,520 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥1,407. Food is taxed at the reduced 8% rate. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

Where can I buy the Malebranche 茶の菓 8枚入 in Japan?

Sold at souvenir shops in airports and major stations, and in department store food halls. The price we list is from Malebranche official online shop (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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