Question 1

What is the minimum amount for tax-free shopping in Japan?

Accepted Answer

A same-day purchase of at least 5,000 JPY before tax in a participating store is the standard threshold used by this calculator.

Question 2

How much tax refund can I get back in Japan?

Accepted Answer

Your refund depends on the pre-tax amount, item category, and whether a department store service fee is deducted. This calculator estimates the amount you can actually get back.

Question 3

Why is my refund lower than 10%?

Accepted Answer

Some department stores deduct a service fee, so the final amount can be lower than the headline tax rate.

Question 4

Can this calculator handle tax-included prices?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can switch between tax-included and tax-excluded input modes on the calculator.

Japan Tax Refund Calculator 2026