1. Eligibility
・General goods (clothes, accessories, etc.): 5,000 yen or more (tax included)
・Consumables (food, cosmetics, etc.): 5,000–500,000 yen (tax included)
・Must be a visitor staying temporarily in Japan (passport required)
2. In-Store Procedure
① Choose items in the store
② Show your passport at checkout
③ Staff prepares the tax-free documents
④ Receive items and documents
3. Recommended Stores
・Electronics stores (Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera)
・Brand shops (Louis Vuitton, Chanel)
・Souvenir shops in tourist areas
💡Tips
・Always carry your passport
・Check total daily purchases (consumables count across multiple stores for tax-free eligibility)
・Use international shipping (large items can be sent home instead of carrying to the airport)
Airport Tax-Free Procedures
1. When You Need Airport Procedures
・Tax-free consumables (food, cosmetics, etc.) may require airport verification
・General goods usually do not need additional airport procedures
2. Step-by-Step Procedure
① Go to the tax-free counter (departure area or before customs)
② Present documents and items (tax-free documents, passport; keep consumables sealed)
③ Staff verifies documents and items
④ Receive stamp or receipt
⑤ Proceed to departure
3. Important Tips
・Do not open consumables before leaving Japan
・Keep documents with your passport
・Arrive early to allow time for tax-free procedures
💡Some airports offer direct shipping of tax-free items to your home, which is convenient for heavy purchases