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Electronics (Cameras, Laptops, Phones): Tax-Free Guide
Free refund calculator — see your number in 10 seconds →Electronics are 10% items, so the tax inside the price is 10/110 (≈9.09%).
| Tag price (incl. 10%) | Tax inside | Your refund (before any operator fee) |
|---|---|---|
| ¥55,000 | ¥5,000 | up to ¥5,000 |
| ¥165,000 | ¥15,000 | up to ¥15,000 |
| ¥330,000 | ¥30,000 | up to ¥30,000 |
- Quantity is limited to what you can personally carry out at departure.
- For any item ¥1,000,000+ before tax per unit, customs may ask for an appraisal or warranty certificate — keep it handy.
- Keep the item with you (carry-on) until the kiosk is done.
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Planning a Japan trip after Nov 1, 2026?
- Tax-Free Refund Field Guide ($7) — a step-by-step English guide to the new refund process, from shop to airport.
- Japan Trip Planner Pack ($9) — planning templates for a first Japan trip.
- Tax-Free Receipt Tracker 2026 (from $5) — spreadsheet that flags the ¥5,000 minimum, 90-day deadline and estimated refund per shop/day.
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Official sources
Rules checked October 30, 2026 (JST). Rules can change; always confirm with the official pages and your shop.
- Japan Customs — Tax Exemption (Refund) Program: www.customs.go.jp
- Japan Tourism Agency — Traveler FAQ (Refund Method, Japanese): www.mlit.go.jp
- Japan Tourism Agency — Old vs new comparison table (PDF, Japanese): www.mlit.go.jp