Heads up fellow Japan travellers: The country might be looking to change the way tourists get their
waivers for consumption tax Here’s all you need to know: Foreign travellers are currently spared from consumption tax for stays under 6 months.
At present, consumption tax for tourists is deducted at the point of sale in duty-free establishments
The proposed change suggests for tourists to pay the consumption tax upfront during the sale and receive a refund at airports to curb fraud
This change may be rolled out in 2025 or later
Stay tuned to this page for more updates!
