For those wondering about airport checks on the Tax Free purchases, when you are going through Customs there is a Machine where you scan your Passport, that's pretty much all you have to do. They used to check your passport and take out stappled receipts, but they stopped doing that and even then they didn't checked if you had everything with you, they only took the receipts.

@fizzytv292

8 ай бұрын

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

@Feljo

8 ай бұрын

@@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.

@jillintokyo

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this added info!

@YokosoOtaku

8 ай бұрын

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

@vincentcatacutan4674

8 ай бұрын

Thank you

Do you still need the receipt if the tax was taken off when purchased at the counter?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

Question, when i leave japan, Will they ask to see what i purchase tax free?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

If I purchase several prescription eyeglasses tax free does the law state I can not open of use them until I leave?

@herisruns

2 ай бұрын

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

If I bought item and want to change size before I leave country, will they change it because they made tax-free immediately.

@jillintokyo

10 ай бұрын

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.

Hello! For the tax free items that I bought do I have to hand carry it (do the airport personnel check) or can I pack it together with my check-in luggage? I bought some shoes and it’s kind of bulky if im going to hand carry it :(

@jillintokyo

8 ай бұрын

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.

Hi if a bought a ps5 and i want to check it before leaving japan can i open the box or it’ll have to be a sealed unit at the airport?

@jillintokyo

2 ай бұрын

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.

Hiya! Question! If I have done some purchases, and all went smooth, what happens on the day of exiting japan? I cant really find a straight answer of what I do on the airport. Who checks my purchases? Do I need to report it? What happens if I dont? I just love to be in the know in the process, because if its too much of a hassle on the airport, I might just pass on buying stuff with tax deduction. Thank you in advance!

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

@taineesteps

Жыл бұрын

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

Can you help to check if you happen to pass by any bic camera if PlayStation 5 console is also tax free ?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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

@kwankuachai3112

Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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

Would that mean I could buy an IPhone without paying the tax? Just to be clear you immediately get the discount, or do you get it back later?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

@birkanakn4678

Жыл бұрын

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?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

Hi, Do you get tax deducted at the cashier then pay with credit card. Or you pay a regular price and get tax refund after?

@jillintokyo

9 ай бұрын

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.

@jy_vision2804

9 ай бұрын

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

Your videos and the comment are so helpful, i was searching all of over google for other traveler’s experience and didn’t find the answer 🤣

@jillintokyo

3 ай бұрын

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

Very helpful thank you

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

Welcome!

Can we get tax refund for iPhone purchased in japan ? I heard official apple stores have stopped it can you please advise ?

@jillintokyo

7 ай бұрын

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.

Can foreigners get tax back from train travel passes or taxi rides?

@Heraiz

8 ай бұрын

Nope.

Question please.. what happens If you've lost some of your receipts?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

Hey so I bought stuff from daiso and bought it at self checkout I'm not sure if it's tax free or not

@jillintokyo

Ай бұрын

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)

Question, what if you consume/use the tax free products in Japan, I assume you would need to pay the tax, but where? Would it be in the airport?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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

@aydencastro3680

Жыл бұрын

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

@aydencastro3680

10 ай бұрын

@@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

@user-eh5os4sq8x

9 ай бұрын

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

@aydencastro3680

9 ай бұрын

@@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

Hi, i bought some stuff for my departure trip, and some candies.. They put them in the same bag.. When i pass customs and take my departure flight, can i open this seal bag? Or have to wait until i get to my final destination? Because i bought a pillow so i can use in the 10 hour trip 😅

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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

Is it necessary to bring my passport everywhere with me? Can i substitute it with my national ID or a picture of my passport?

@jillintokyo

3 ай бұрын

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.

I'm here because I need info. Lolz so bumili kami ng anak ko sa pharmacy like make up to use.so we cant use them until umalis kmi japan?

@jillintokyo

3 ай бұрын

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.

Does this apply for restaurants or transport like Shinkansen? Can I get my tax refund on this services? Thanks

@jillintokyo

4 ай бұрын

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.

I jist bought a laptop, can i open the box before leaving japan?

@jillintokyo

3 ай бұрын

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.

Hi, just found your channel. Since it says more than 5000 yen shopping, is that also mean we can do this multiple time? Within a month visiting? Cause i think i will be shopping more than 1 time and more than 5000 yen in a time. Can anyone adv?

@jillintokyo

23 күн бұрын

@@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!

So a basic understanding is any purchase over 5000 yen that's not food, I should ask if they tax except?

@jillintokyo

24 күн бұрын

@@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.

Hi i have a japanese and a swedish passport but i live in sweden. Will i still be eligible for tax free shopping?

@jillintokyo

3 ай бұрын

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.

@HighQR

2 ай бұрын

@@jillintokyo thank you

Hello! Will the customs ask for the receipts and items that are purchased tax free?

@jillintokyo

Жыл бұрын

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.

@aydencastro3680

Жыл бұрын

Did they end up asking?

If you visit and dont care about the qr tax free becuase you dont want to buy stuff, then u dont need to sign up for that?

@jillintokyo

2 ай бұрын

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.

Do you know if Costco shopping in Japan is tax free for foreigners?

@jillintokyo

6 ай бұрын

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

Thank you

@jillintokyo

20 күн бұрын

@@evyatarvalotker8399 welcome!