Family Dining · Practical guide

Kakuyasu

The Inbound Traveler's Guide to Tokyo's 365-Day Fast-Delivery Liquor & Late-Night Beverage Lifeline

Prices, ordering steps, payment details, and common mistakes — in one place.

Quick Facts

Category Detail
Japanese nameカクヤス (Kakuyasu)
Brand NameKakuyasu / なんでも酒やカクヤス (株式会社カクヤス / Kakuyasu Co., Ltd.)
Store TypeUrban neighborhood liquor retailer, express beverage logistics hub & doorstep alcohol delivery service
Target AudienceTravelers staying in Tokyo/Osaka Airbnbs or hotels, late-night partygoers, cherry-blossom picnic groups, and self-catering tourists
Ordering StyleWalk-in shopping at physical branches, or online/telephone orders for eligible addresses; hotels and facilities require advance consultation, and park delivery uses the separate outdoor procedure.
Membership Required?No membership or Japanese resident ID required for walk-in store shopping
Price GuidanceCompare current listings for canned beer, chuhai, large bottles of water or tea, rock ice and table sake. Prices depend on product, size, store and promotions. Free local-store delivery in eligible areas is separate from paid parcel shipping.
Multilingual SupportImported wine labels may include English; direct spoken-language assistance at individual locations is not guaranteed.
Payment MethodsCash, credit cards, electronic money, transit IC and QR payments may be supported; the precise issuers and accepted methods vary by store and order channel. Check the particular checkout display before buying.
Store NetworkThe parent group reports approximately 250 facilities nationwide, including retail outlets and delivery/logistics bases. This is not a count of walk-in shops; check the specific Kakuyasu location in the retailer’s store finder before visiting.
A Kakuyasu liquor store in Japan
Photo: Tokumeigakarinoaoshima · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

Kakuyasu (株式会社カクヤス) offers shop-based delivery in eligible service areas under the slogan “free delivery even for one bottle.” The brand’s predecessor business traces its roots to 1921, while today’s corporate entity was established in 2020. The chain operates neighborhood bottle shops and order-fulfilment locations serving residents, restaurants and eligible customers in parts of Japan.

For international travelers, Kakuyasu can be useful for cold drinks, water, ice and alcohol where the chosen address falls in a participating store-delivery area. The company provides selectable one-hour delivery windows for eligible orders, but actual arrival depends on inventory, time of order, area and traffic; its FAQ states that orders made after 8:30 PM are scheduled for the following day or later. Hotel and facility delivery must be discussed with Kakuyasu and allowed by the accommodation. Outside the shop-delivery zone, parcel delivery may incur charges. Walking into a neighborhood bottle shop is an alternative.

How to order

Step 1: Choosing Between Walk-In Shopping & Doorstep Delivery

Step 2: Browsing the Refrigerated Drink Coolers

Step 3: Paying at the Counter or to the Courier

Step 4: Check Tax-Free Participation Separately

What to order first

1. Ready-to-Drink Chilled Japanese Craft Beers (Yona Yona Ale, Tokyo Craft)

2. Premium Japanese Canned Lemon Sours & Highballs

3. Bulk 2-Liter Japanese Mineral Waters & Green Tea Bottles

4. Pure Japanese Rock Ice (Kyuwari Koori)

5. Standard Japanese Table Sake & Glass One-Cup Bottles

Payment & practical info

Prices and details checked: March 2026.

Good to know / Common mistakes

1. Delivery to Hotels and Parks

Hotels and event facilities: Kakuyasu asks customers to consult it before arranging delivery, and the hotel or venue may prohibit outside deliveries. Confirm both the delivery area and the property’s acceptance rules. Parks/outdoor locations: Choose the dedicated “Outdoor Delivery” option and enter the named park and an unambiguous handover point, such as an entrance; ordinary parcel shipment does not serve outdoor locations.

2. Liquid Rules for International Flights

For international departures, drinks in containers larger than 100 ml bought before security generally cannot pass cabin security, so use checked baggage where airline and destination alcohol limits permit. Drinks in smaller compliant containers or purchased after security can follow different rules. Check customs allowance and airline rules before travelling.

3. Non-Tax-Free Community Service

Kakuyasu primarily serves everyday purchases for local consumption. In eligible areas, its store-delivery service can bring beverages to an approved address without a delivery fee; this service does not imply that the store offers tourist tax-free purchases.

FAQ

Q1: Is delivery really free for just one can of beer?

A: Yes, for eligible local-store delivery to an address in Kakuyasu’s designated service area. The company advertises free delivery even for a single bottle; other parcel shipping methods may have fees, so verify the delivery method before paying.

Q2: Do they deliver chilled drinks?

A: Cold beers and other chilled drinks may be available, but temperature, stock and delivery method vary by product and store. Confirm the item description rather than assuming every beverage arrives ice-cold.

Q3: Can I claim a 2026 tax refund when buying from Kakuyasu?

A: A particular Kakuyasu tax-free location was not confirmed in the official retailer materials examined. Ask your chosen store before buying. If it is an authorized seller, the post-November-2026 refund method requires eligible goods to be exported, customs verification within 90 days and a subsequent refund by the seller/operator; it is not an automatic checkout discount.

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