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Shopping, and the new tax refund

From November 1, 2026, you pay the tax at the register and get it back as you leave. Here's how in four steps, then where to shop.

1. 01
   At the register, show your passport

   You pay the tax (10%, 8% on food) and choose how you'll be refunded.

   5,000 ¥ before tax minimumper store, per day
2. 02
   Keep it all in your carry-on

   Every item on the same receipt goes in your hand luggage: if one is missing at the check, nothing on that receipt is refunded.

3. 03
   At the kiosk, before check-in

   In the departure hall, passport scanned: green, you're done; red, show your purchases. Or online with Visit Japan Web, at 7 major airports.

   within 90 days of purchase
4. 04
   The refund

   Paid afterwards by the store: to your card, by bank transfer or in cash, depending on the store. No customs check, no refund.

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