How much do I need to spend to get a Tax Refund when shopping in Japan?
Note: Japan's refund-based Tax-Free system (pay the tax-inclusive price first, then receive a refund after customs confirmation) starts on November 1, 2026. Until October 31, 2026, the current Tax-Free system (tax-excluded price at the register) continues. The answers below describe the system from November 1, 2026 unless stated otherwise.
Eligible purchases must total at least JPY 5,000 excluding tax at the same store on the same day. This applies to eligible souvenirs, cosmetics, sweets, clothing and other goods bought at Tax-Free shops in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Ginza, Hokkaido, Okinawa and elsewhere in Japan.
This page is general reference information based on Japan's refund-based Tax-Free system starting November 1, 2026. Procedures and rules may differ by store, refund provider, airport or port, and may change. Please check the latest information with the Japanese government or the store where you shop.