Where to buy persimmon soap in Finland: pharmacies, shops and online

Heard about Japanese persimmon soap, also called kaki soap, and wondering where to buy it in Finland? Many people start with a pharmacy or a big store. Here is what we found when we checked in October 2026, and what to look for so you get a soap that actually contains persimmon.

What is persimmon soap?

Persimmon soap contains extract of the Japanese persimmon (kaki) fruit. In Japan, the tannin-rich juice of unripe persimmons, called kakishibu, has been used for generations. Persimmon tannin soaps are made for people who want a daily soap that helps wash away nonenal, the oily compound linked to the stale smell some people notice on skin and clothes from their 40s onwards. You can read more in our guide Nonenal explained.

Pharmacies

KAKIORA is not sold in Finnish pharmacies. If you prefer to buy from a pharmacy, ask for a soap that lists persimmon extract (Diospyros kaki) on its ingredient list. A soap that only has a persimmon scent will not contain the tannins.

Tokmanni and Lyko

A search for "kaki saippua" in Tokmanni's online shop returned ordinary hand soaps and bar soaps, not a persimmon soap. On Lyko's Finnish site, a search for "persimon" returned candles, a hand lotion with a persimmon fragrance and lip tints, not a persimmon tannin soap.

Amazon and other online shops

Many Finnish shoppers order from European Amazon sites. Amazon.se, for example, lists several persimmon and kaki soap bars from different brands and marketplace sellers. Quality varies, so check the ingredient list before you buy.

How to choose a good persimmon soap

• Persimmon extract is actually listed, usually as Diospyros kaki.
• A full ingredient list (INCI) is shown on the product page or the box.
• Gentle enough for daily use on the whole body.
• A clear seller with an address and a returns policy.

KAKIORA in Finland

KAKIORA is a gentle Japanese persimmon tannin soap. We ship to Finland: one-time orders have a 3 € delivery fee, and delivery is free with a subscription. Every order comes with our 60-day money-back promise. See KAKIORA persimmon soap.

Want to know more about the smell itself? Read how to get rid of old person smell on the body.