Best single eyeshadows in Japan 2025

Single-shade eyeshadows are the quickest way to lift a look — one swipe for effortless dimension, polish, and seasonal colour. At Tokyo Beauty Box we curate authentic Japanese single eyeshadows (refills & compacts) from heritage and designer labels so you can shop the exact texture, finish and shade that flatters your undertone — shipped from Tokyo to the world.

Why single colours? 

• Minimal, buildable, and travel-friendly — perfect for single-shade looks or layering.

• Precise textures: matte, satin, luster/pearl and prism/duochrome let you create depth with one pot.

• Easier to test for personal colour (イエベ / ブルベ) — ideal for online shoppers seeking a single shade to match their palette.

Brand highlights

RMK — sheer, modern pigments for natural radiance

RMK’s Infinishades / Single Eyeshadow line groups shades by texture (matte / shimmer / high sparkle) and focuses on wearable, modern tones with travel-ready refills — ideal for light-to-medium coverage single-shade looks. 

SUQQU — crafted Japanese finishes and layering philosophy

SUQQU’s relaunched single eyeshadows emphasize seamless textures and distinct finishes (Prism Touch / Luster / Satin / Matte), designed to be layered or worn solo to express seasonal ‘kasane no irome’ (the art of layered tones). Their 2025 Mono Look collection highlights this crafting approach. 

Elégance — refined, jewelry-like shimmer and luxe packaging

Elégance (Albion group) positions single shade eyes and point makeup as luxury, polished finishes that elevate base makeup — a perfect fit for customers seeking sophisticated, dressy eye looks. 

ADDICTION TOKYO — wide finishes & trend-led launches

ADDICTION’s “The Single Eyeshadow” family spans Naked Sheer, Sparkle, Pearl and Cream textures — a broad 2025 refresh gave the brand expanded shades and finishes, making it a go-to for editorial sparkles and everyday neutrals alike. (Recent coverage and launch roundups in beauty media confirm the August 2025 line updates.) 

to/one — elegant, affordable single shades with modern palettes

to/one’s single eye colours and the Petal Float series are positioned as wearable, easy-to-blend options with seasonal drops — a strong pick for shoppers wanting designer quality at mid-price. 

ETVOS — skin-friendly, mineral-based singles for sensitive eyes

ETVOS offers mineral and skin-sensitive formulations (e.g., Mineral Classy Shadow / single shades) that emphasize gentle ingredients and soft, wearable finishes — attractive to customers who need gentle formulas or clean-beauty claims. 

Maquillage (Shiseido) — customizable single refills and long-wear tech

Maquillage’s Customize Eye Color — Single system (refill format / case sold separately) focuses on long-wear performance and color compatibility — great for shoppers who want to build a bespoke single-shade kit.

LUNASOL — shimmering depth & luxurious finish with “Mono Eye Coloration” (単色アイシャドウ)

LUNASOL’s Mono Eye Coloration (モノアイカラーレーション) gives you single shades that are crafted to play with light and shadow — one swipe delivers elegant depth and luminous finish. The formula includes high-quality powders or gel/cream types (depending on the specific shade) with translucent, radiant effects.