Where to Buy Good Deodorant in Japan Don’t sweat it, we’ve got you covered with these recommendations By Metropolis WriterCredit: sergeyryzhov on iStockTravelers and newly arrived residents in Japan are often surprised at how difficult it can be to find strong, Western-style deodorant or antiperspirant. We’ll cover where to find Western-style deodorant, which Japanese brands are popular and why there are differences in the strength of products typically offered in Japan. You might also enjoy: Japan Drugstore Guide: Allergy Medicine for Hayfever in JapanA Different Biological BaselineA key factor as to why there are not so many deodorant brands in Japan is biological. A Smaller Domestic MarketBecause fewer consumers require strong deodorant, Japan’s domestic deodorant market developed differently. Where to Buy Western-Brand Deodorants in JapanHowever, Japan is not without deodorant or antiperspirant.