Japan's Tax Exemption

Tax exemption in Japan basically applies to all items, from general items such as home appliances, accessories, and shoes, to consumable items such as alcohol, food, cosmetics, cigarettes, and medicines. Tax is exempt only under certain conditions.

For more information, please check the following page.

https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/tax-free/page01_000113.html

From April 1st, 2025, tax-free shopping will not apply if you send items via international parcels. For more information, please check the following page.

https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/tax-free/content/001872833.pdf

National Tax Agency / Notice to Foreign Travelers who purchase Tax-Free Goods

https://www.nta.go.jp/publication/pamph/shohi/menzei/201805/pdf/explanation_eng.pdf

Japan Customs / Procedures of Passenger Clearance

https://www.customs.go.jp/english/summary/passenger.htm

Ministry of Finance, Japan / Material on Consumption Taxation

https://www.mof.go.jp/english/policy/tax_policy/tax_system/consumption/index.html#a03