Everything You Need to Know: Japan’s New Tax-Free Shopping System | Blog | Travel Japan (Japan National Tourism Organization)
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Everything You Need to Know: Japan’s New Tax-Free Shopping System | Blog | Travel Japan (Japan National Tourism Organization)

Most travelers to Japan have become familiar with Japan’s widespread Tax-Free Shopping Program which has offered tax-free shopping throughout the country on a multitude of items in conveniently marked tax-free shops. As of November 1, 2026, this program will be shifting to a refund system which will allow travelers to receive the consumption tax as…
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