Dramamine in Japan: OTC Equivalent for Motion Sickness
Dramamine isn't sold in Japan — Travelmin is the closest OTC equivalent. Here's what to pick up at the drugstore.
You won't find Dramamine in Japan. It's not stocked at drugstores, pharmacies, or convenience stores — the brand doesn't exist here. That said, motion sickness medicine is easy to find. Here's what to grab instead.
Travelmin: Japan's Go-To Motion Sickness Tablet
Travelmin is the one you'll see most often. The blue box stands out on drugstore shelves. Take one tablet 30 minutes before you board and it covers nausea, dizziness, and headaches from motion sickness. It also works after symptoms start — so you're not stuck if you forgot to take it beforehand.
- Take 30 minutes before boarding
- Adults (15 and older): 1 tablet per dose
- Up to 3 times daily, at least 4 hours apart
- Don't drive or operate machinery after taking it
OTC Guide Japan has translated the full dosage and warnings into English — see the Travelmin product page →
Aneron Nyscaps: A Once-Daily Alternative
Aneron Nyscaps is a once-a-day capsule — one dose covers the whole day, which makes it easier to manage on a long trip. Take it 30 minutes before boarding. Food timing doesn't matter.
- Take 30 minutes before boarding
- Adults (15 and older): 1 capsule per day
- With or without food
- Don't drive or operate machinery after taking it
Full English info on the Aneron Nyscaps product page →
Where to Buy Motion Sickness Medicine in Japan
Both are OTC — no prescription needed. At any major Japanese drugstore, head to the 乗り物酔い (norimono yoi) section.
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