ドラッグストア

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noun
drugstore; pharmacy
1. drugstore; pharmacy; drug store
A retail store that sells medicines, cosmetics, toiletries, and household items, often at discounted prices.
ドラッグストアで薬(くすり)を買(か)った。
I bought medicine at the drugstore.
ドラッグストアは化粧品(けしょうひん)も安(やす)い。
Drugstores also have cheap cosmetics.
近所(きんじょ)のドラッグストアは24時間(じかん)営業(えいぎょう)なので便利(べんり)だ。
The neighborhood drugstore is open 24 hours, so it's convenient.

ドラッグストア chains are ubiquitous in Japan.

COMMON PRODUCTS:

  • 市販薬(しはんやく) (over-the-counter medicines)
  • 化粧品(けしょうひん) (cosmetics)
  • 日用品(にちようひん) (daily necessities)
  • サプリメント (supplements)

USAGE NOTES:

  • Major chains include マツモトキヨシ, ウェルシア, ツルハ
  • Many are open late or 24 hours
  • Popular with tourists for tax-free shopping

RELATED TERMS:

  • 薬局(やっきょく): pharmacy (with pharmacist)
  • 薬店(やくてん): medicine shop
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