Japan implements new tax-free refund system for foreign tourists
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Don Quijote (Retailer)
Japan
November 1, 2026
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Japan shifted from in-store tax exemption to a post-purchase refund system on November 1, 2026. The change aims to prevent abuse of the tax-free system, such as the resale of goods. Retailers like Don Quijote are providing multilingual instructions to assist tourists.
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