TRAVEL NEWS

Tax-free is now a refund

Before

◆ Show your passport and pay the tax-free price at the register

Now

◆ Pay the full price including tax, then get the tax back after customs checks at departure
◆ Items bought by Oct 31 follow the old rules

On departure day

◆ Get to the airport earlier than usual
◆ Keep your purchases easy to show
◆ Carry your passport when shopping and leaving

Check the latest rules

◆ Details may change — follow the Japan Tourism Agency and the store's guidance