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Meiji チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g Ad#Snacks & SweetsJP¥657 Meiji チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g Japan price
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Japan price incl. taxJP¥657
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥608
In USD≈ US$4
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Tax 8%

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Meiji Chocolate Kouka Cacao 72% 26 pcs

チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り · チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g

Price JP¥657 · tax-free JP¥608
Flights OK on the plane
Source Kakaku.com search · 10-23
Snacks & Sweets

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com search is JP¥657 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is allowed in all 21.

Boxed version of Meiji's high-cocoa line, with 26 individually wrapped pieces; the label states 127mg of cocoa polyphenols per piece. Tastes on the bitter side. Prices vary widely between drugstores and supermarkets, so compare before buying.

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

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥657 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥608 at the register (≈ US$4).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 bittersweet dark chocolate who want a piece or two a day | Not for: Those who prefer sweet milk chocolate

Sold at supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores and discount stores. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-23 · prices for reference only · names: Meiji Chocolate Kouka Cacao 72% 26 pcs / チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥657–1,202
Tax-free price
JP¥608
In USD (reference)
≈ US$4

Japan price: Kakaku.com search, 2026-10-23 (shipping not included)
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

BrandMeiji / 明治
Modelチョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g
TypeChocolate
Regional/Japan-limited flavorNo
Flavor72% dark chocolate
Net weight130g
Pieces/packets26pcs
Shelf life (manufacturer)TBD

Spec sources: Meiji product information

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 supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores and discount stores.

Find the nearest store

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I take Meiji チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g 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 Meiji チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com search is JP¥657 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥608. 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 Meiji チョコレート効果 カカオ72％ 26枚入り 130g in Japan?

Sold at supermarkets, convenience stores, drugstores and discount stores. The price we list is from Kakaku.com search (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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