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@@dianazeng5554 Hello! As far as I know, you can always purchase any amount from tax-free shops (even designer items) regardless of the payment you use, cash or cc, and use the product upon exit or OUT OF JAPAN. As that is the tax free regulations. As for the credit card in non tax-free shops, it depends on the shop. Some shops accept cash only, and most accept credit cards.

@@jillintokyo Thank you so much! This was really helpful!

@@erikahandayani4589 I think it is safe to say YES, you can do multiple shopping with 5,000¥ or more in each purchases for tax-free. I would also suggest to check if the store you will be shopping at, offers the tax refund or tax-free upon payment. Usually, there are particular counters designated for tax free purchases and don’t forget to bring your passport!

@@SpoilerofGames That seems to be correct, however, some stores say that it should not include the tax when computing the 5,000¥. I would suggest to ask for their tax free policies before you shop. Some stores have different rules/methods in tax refunds / tax free purchases.

Usually, self-check out machines in Daiso stores do not have a tax-free processing. You can check the receipt, if 1 item cost 110, then the 10¥ is the additional tax. (Some items in Daiso are more than 100¥ per piece though)

Hahaha! Still actually confused about it!😂

(2024-June) No more covid testing to enter Japan. Just the usual customs declaration and embarkation card which can be done online also via the same website.

I’m not sure about the QR tax free sign up, but if the purpose of that qr code is for a tax-free shopping, and you are not interested in shopping, well.. you do not have to sign up at all.

My suggestion would be checking it at the store itself before purchasing. Usually, opened items / used products within the country are no longer qualified for tax-free. However, I have no idea how this is checked at the airport. So far, all of the people I know have not experienced an inspection of tax-free items upon exit from Japan.

I believe so. You might need further research, but what I know is, as long as you show your swedish passport upon request during the payment. Also, if you have used the swedish passport to enter Japan. They/shop cashier will look for that entrance stamp. (I think). Since tax-free policies are consistently changing, better to check as well. Hope it helps.

@@jillintokyo thank you

I would say that Passport is more universal for identification, and the only one stores accept if you want to purchase items on tax-free.

Glad to be of help! Please let me know any more topics and questions so I can discuss also!

Technically, you cannot open it while you are in Japan. However, it is not often or I do not know anyone yet who has been checked for tax free items when leaving from Japan in the airport.

Technically, you are not allowed to consume or open any product while in Japan. However, I have not heard anyone who has been checked for tax free items at the airport upon exit.

Unfortunately, it does not apply to restaurants or transportation. One of the rules in Tax free shopping is that, you should use the item only outside Japan.

the way that i understand it, you are allowed to open and use "durable" products such as clothes and glasses. "consumable" products such as food, you're not allowed to open until you leave the country, if you buy it tax free

Last time I asked, Costco Japan does not participate in Tax-free campaign for foreigners. Not sure if this changed already.

There has been a couple of articles regarding revisions of the Tax-free policies in Japan. One unofficial blog also, mentioned that Apple will not offer tax-free purchases from July of 2023. However, the same items can be bought tax-free from electronics shops in Japan. Nothing official but some policies might have changed already due to weak yen. So before you make your purchase in the apple store, it is better to ask any sales manager regarding the tax-free policy, just to be sure. Feel free to share what happens if you ever pass by the Apple store. It will surely be helpful.

As for the customs check of tax-free items when exiting Japan, I have not heard of any inspection just yet. So it can be in any luggage because the airline luggage rule supersedes it. Like for example, if an item cannot be hand carried based on airline / IATF rules.. then that one goes first rather than the tax-free items bought. Well, based on my experience recently, a friend bought like 5 pairs of sneakers all under tax-free and was placed in the check-in luggage. All went well and there was no trouble.

Can you go to them personally and declare you want a tax refund for your purchases?

@@fizzytv292 As far as i know you have to buy in Tax Free stores to get the Tax deduction. In the Airport the only thing checking you Tax Free purchases is the machine i mentioned and that's only a Passport reader, there is no one in the desk with the Machine.

Thank you for this added info!

Appreciate the comment. We are leaving the day after tomorrow and I was losing it going over a months worth of reciepts.

Thank you

It depends on the shop. For malls like Takashimaya, Isetan etc.. you usually buy the items then there is a tax-free counter where you can claim your refund. In shops like DonQuijote, you pay the total without tax.

Thank you, also for the 500,000 limit is that per shop/mall per day, or for the entire trip? I am looking to buy a camera which is about 1 million JPY. @@jillintokyo

Happy to help! 💯

Each store has their own exchange policy and not all will change the item, depends on which item you bought anyway. However, there are items which can be exchanged and the tax-free adjustment is processed right after.

Nope.

There is really no process of checking nor reporting all tax free purchases. As far as what I could see on the internet & experiences from travelers, you’ll just have to exit with your purchased items. That’s it. No checking, no reporting. Just keep your receipt with you til you get back to your country.

Hey how’s it go?? I have similar problem

I would suggest to keep the receipt until you get back home in your country, though I have not heard of any case yet, It is in the customs policy.

It is a tricky question, but it is highly unlikely that it will still be checked in the boarding area.

Based on my experience, none encountered being asked to show their receipts from customs in Japan and their home country. So it is safe to say, they don’t but with extreme situations, this still may happen. So I advice to just be cautious and keep receipts. Just in case.

Did they end up asking?

Welcome!

I have not experienced that yet and not with anyone I know. However, there is also a fine if ever you get caught. This page is helpful too : www.nta.go.jp/publication/pamph/shohi/menzei/201805/pdf/explanation_eng.pdf

Gotta similar problem, did customs/ the airport when you exited Japan end up checking for your tax free products?

@@IcyTorment hey appreciate the insight I actually left Japan not too long ago without my tax free goods, they don’t really seem to mind

@@aydencastro3680did im not have to report what i consume? because i consume some snacks and use the tshirt that tax-free thanks

@@user-eh5os4sq8x in my experience and many others people’s experience they didn’t check. If you have the receipt I recommend holding on to it just in case, but if not don’t sweat it I don’t think they care much

Welcome Killian M! 👍🏼

As long as the price is above 5,000¥, and the requirements mentioned in the video are complete, it is qualified for tax-free👍🏼

@@jillintokyo I saw that bic camera exclude some items like apple products from the tax free. Not sure if it applies to the game consoles as well.

@@kwankuachai3112 This info is new to me to be honest. Will definitely check it out when I pass by Bic camera.

If you have already claimed the tax-free, you would barely need the receipts. However, it is always better to keep them until you exit Japan.

Usually they don’t, well… As far as all my friends and family have experienced. They were never asked to show all tax-free purchase.

Yes, some people go to apple store and buy devices on tax free. When you get the discount: it depends on the store, some stories like donki, they immediately take out the tax before you pay the bill (after verification of documents), and some like department stores ask you to pay in full and claim the tax back in their tax free office in the same bldg.

If I buy an iPhone, will it be a problem if I turn it on and use it before leaving the countries, or does it have to be closed until I leave the country?

The discount procedures depend on the shop. My friend bought an ipad on tax free, but she opened it when she got back to her home country. So maybe it is safe to say that you can purchase apple products on tax free. Please do research for updated terms because recently, I have encountered shops with no tax free. Just after Japan has opened, a few shops who used to offer tax free are no longer doing this. So, things might change for apple too.

Remember that phones in Japan are required to make a camera click sound!

Thanks for the comment. Will adjust this

Thanks for the tip!

The address section is just to make sure you have a place to stay and for them to know where to find you just in case of any trouble. People I know only choose to write 1 address. It should be fine.

@@jillintokyo Wakarimasu🙇 thank you. This is easy, then. I will fill the website up 15 days before the trip. If i have any question i will ask you, gomenne🙇🙏

@@alexthomas3745 gambatte Alex! You can add my insta too, so I may be able to reply faster! @satography_101

I hope you get to eat the delicious dishes and have time for roaming around and enjoying the vibe! ✨

Thanks for the comment. Will do!

Thanks for the tip!

Glad it did. I try 🤗