A 10% tax-free discount is just the beginning; coupons are the real tourist deal
When travelling to Japan, tax-free shopping is one of the most sought-after perks for many tourists. In Japan, shopping at tax-free stores typically exempts you from 10% consumption tax, and some items may enjoy an additional 8% discount. However, these are just the basics. The real tourist deals come from electronic coupons offered by major chains. These coupons can be stacked on top of tax-free savings, offering the true tourist price. This page features over twenty stores' coupons, covering electronics, drugstores, department stores, eyewear, sports goods, and more. Please note that the content and validity of coupons are subject to change, and stores reserve the final decision. It's wise to check the coupon page for the latest version before your trip, rather than discovering the coupon has changed upon arrival.
BicCamera・KOJIMA: Additional discounts on top of 10% tax-free
At BicCamera and KOJIMA, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount, and some items may receive an additional 8% off. Beyond tax-free savings, cameras, watches, home appliances, and toys can receive a further 7% OFF, while medicines, cosmetics, food, and daily necessities can get an extra 5% OFF. As for Japanese sake, except for Dassai and Hachinohe, you can enjoy an additional 3% OFF. These discounts are valid until 31 October 2026. At checkout, remember to have the staff scan the barcode, as there are two barcodes on the coupon that need to be scanned together.
- Apple products, imported brand watches, Grand Seiko, game consoles and official accessories, PlayStation VR, Meta Quest, certain Panasonic and DJI items, FUJIFILM items, discounted items, outlet items, and second-hand goods are not eligible for this offer.
- Alcohol can only be purchased at the dedicated alcohol counter and cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.
EDIONOHONPO: 10% Tax-Free Plus 7% or 5% Extra Discount
At EDIONOHONPO, in addition to up to 10% tax-free, enjoy further discounts: 7% OFF on home appliances, watches, cameras, stainless steel vacuum flasks, etc.; 5% OFF on food, medicines, cosmetics, etc. The discount is calculated on the tax-excluded price. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026. Simply show the coupon screen to the staff before checkout to enjoy the discount.
- Apple, Surface, VAIO, mobile phones, game consoles, alcoholic beverages, flyer items, clearance items, etc. are excluded.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.

Yamada Denki YAMADA: 7% OFF after tax-free
When shopping at Yamada Denki YAMADA, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount on your purchases, and some items may also qualify for an additional 8% discount. At checkout, after the tax-free price is applied, you will receive a further 7% OFF. These discounts are valid until 31 March 2027. Remember to present the barcode before payment to enjoy this offer.
- Apple products, gaming consoles, Outlet and second-hand goods, certain Panasonic and Dyson items, and limited-quantity or special-price items are not eligible for this discount.
- This offer cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or coupons.
Joshin New Electric: A must-visit for Kansai model enthusiasts, with 10% tax-free plus 8% discount
If you love models, then Joshin New Electric is a must-visit! Here, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount and an additional 8% off. The coupon is valid until 31 October 2026. However, please note that this offer is only applicable at the Nihonbashi store, Kyoto 1st store, OUTLET Kujo Karasuma store, and Sannomiya 1st store, and you must present your passport.
- Excluding Apple, imported watches, gaming consoles/software, computer parts, DJI, and some Panasonic and Hitachi products.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts.

LAOX: Enjoy tax-free shopping plus 8% off for purchases over ¥5,000
At LAOX designated stores, spend over ¥5,000 to receive an 8% discount and a 10% tax exemption. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026. Show your passport and coupon at the cashier before payment to enjoy the offer, but this is exclusively for non-Japanese nationals.
- Not applicable for games, Apple products, designer handbags, non-Japanese watches, medicines, and discounted items.
- Cannot be used with other discounts.

Sundrug: tiered discounts up to 7%
At Sundrug, in addition to the usual 10% tax-free discount (8% for some items), you may enjoy extra savings based on your purchase amount: 3% OFF for purchases of 10,000 to 29,999 yen before tax; 5% OFF for 30,000 to 49,999 yen; 7% OFF for 50,000 yen and above. The coupon does not show an expiry date; please check in-store notices. Valid for tax-free checkout only; simply present the coupon before payment to enjoy the discount.
- Discounts may not apply to certain medicines and cosmetics.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.

Daikoku Pharmacy: Starting from ¥5,000, up to 8% OFF
At Daikoku Pharmacy, in addition to the 10% tax-free discount, you can enjoy extra savings based on your purchase amount: 3% OFF for purchases over ¥5,000; 5% OFF for purchases over ¥30,000; 8% OFF for purchases over ¥50,000. The coupon does not have an expiry date printed on it; please check in-store announcements. Simply show the coupon barcode at checkout to enjoy the discount.
- Each tier has its own barcode; ensure the staff scan the correct one.
- You can enjoy a total discount of up to 10% plus 8%.

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See Japan eSIM & SIM plansTsuruha Drug: Valid until the end of 2027
At Tsuruha Drug, in addition to the 10% tax-free discount (8% for some items), you can enjoy extra savings: 3% OFF for purchases between ¥10,000 and ¥29,999; 5% OFF for purchases between ¥30,000 and ¥49,999; 7% OFF for purchases over ¥50,000, with a maximum discount of 17% OFF. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2027. Simply show the coupon at checkout to enjoy the discount; it cannot be applied after payment.
- Exclusive to tax-free customers.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.
- Non-refundable for cash.

Welcia Pharmacy: up to 8% additional discount on tax-free prices
When shopping at Welcia Pharmacy, if your purchase amount before tax is 10,000 to 29,999 yen, you can enjoy tax-free plus 3% OFF; if it is 30,000 to 49,999 yen, you can enjoy an additional 5% OFF; if it is 50,000 yen or more, you can enjoy an additional 8% OFF. These discounts are valid until 30 April 2027. Present the barcode before checkout, and remember that different discount levels have different barcodes.
- Exclusive to travellers eligible for tax-free shopping; not applicable to foreigners residing in Japan.
- Prescription drugs, tobacco, alcohol, books, POSA cards, etc., are not eligible, and it cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.
KOKUMIN drugstore: Two-tiered discounts, lower thresholds than competitors
When shopping at KOKUMIN drugstore, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount, and some items may also qualify for an 8% discount. If the purchase amount before tax is between 10,000 and 30,000 yen, you can get an additional 5% OFF; if it's 30,000 yen or more, you can get an additional 8% OFF. These discounts are valid until 31 December 2026. Present the barcode before checkout, and remember that different discount levels have different barcodes.
- Counter cosmetics, prescription drugs, tobacco and alcohol (including Yomeishu), books, POSA cards, area-specific garbage bags, and discounted items are not eligible.
- Each person is limited to one use per receipt, and it cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons. welcia branches do not accept this coupon.
SUGI Pharmacy: Tax-inclusive, up to roughly 18%
When shopping at SUGI Pharmacy, if the tax-inclusive purchase amount is 10,000 to 29,999 yen, you can get 4% OFF; if it’s 30,000 to 49,999 yen, you can get 6% OFF; if it’s 50,000 yen or more, you can get 8% OFF. Combined with tax-free benefits, the maximum discount is roughly 18% OFF. These discounts are valid until 28 February 2027. Remember to show the mobile screen at checkout, and this is only applicable at SUGI branches with tax-free services.
- The threshold is tax-inclusive, unlike the tax-exclusive calculation methods of welcia and KOKUMIN, so clarify before combining discounts.
- Cannot be used with other coupons or discounts.
Matsumoto Kiyoshi: Three-tiered discounts, new coupons valid until spring 2027
Matsumoto Kiyoshi's tourist coupons are divided into three tiers based on the purchase amount and can be stacked with tax-free savings; simply show the screen before checkout to use them.
- For purchases between 10,000 and 29,999 yen before tax, you can enjoy 3% OFF.
- For purchases between 30,000 and 49,999 yen before tax, you can enjoy 5% OFF.
- For purchases between 50,000 and 500,000 yen before tax, you can enjoy 7% OFF.
- These discounts can be used in combination with the 10% tax-free savings.
- The coupons are valid until 31 March 2027.
- Remember to show the coupon screen before checkout; it cannot be applied afterwards.
- This offer does not apply to duty-free cosmetics, cigarettes, magazines, alcoholic beverages, gift coupons, baby diapers, baby food, and certain over-the-counter medicines.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons.
Sapporo Drug Store Satudora: Can be used at over 200 stores in Hokkaido
At Sapporo Drug Store Satudora, in addition to tax-free shopping, you can enjoy an extra 5% BONUS OFF. The coupon does not have an expiry date printed on it; please refer to in-store announcements. Show your passport and coupon before payment to enjoy the discount. This offer is mainly available in Hokkaido and can be used at over 200 stores.
- Some products may not be eligible.
- Cannot be used with other coupons.

COSMOS: Up to 9% discount, but only at five selected stores
At COSMOS, enjoy different discounts based on your purchase amount: 5% OFF for purchases of 10,000 to 29,999 yen before tax; 7% OFF for 30,000 to 49,999 yen; 9% OFF for 50,000 yen and above, plus tax-free savings of 8% or 10%. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026. Show your passport and coupon to receive the discount, but this is only for tax-free customers and can be used once per day.
- Applicable only at five branches: Kabukichō 1-chōme, Hiroo Station, Shinsaibashi Minami, Dōtonbori, and Tenjin Daimaru-mae.
- Alcohol and tobacco are not eligible.

Don Quijote: Additional 5% or 7% off on top of tax-free savings
At Don Quijote, different discounts apply based on purchase amount: tax-free shopping with a minimum of 10,000 yen gets up to 10% off plus an additional 5% OFF; for 30,000 yen or more, an extra 7% OFF is applied. The coupon does not have an expiry date printed on it; check in-store for validity. Steps 1 to 4 must be completed with a staff member; interruption may result in the coupon not being applied. Present the coupon before payment to enjoy the discount; it cannot be used after payment has been made.

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See Japan eSIM & SIM plansSOGO Department Store: 5% off plus tax-free, at seven designated stores
At SOGO Department Store, spend 1,000 yen (excluding tax) to get 5% off plus tax-free. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026. Designated stores include SOGO Ikebukuro Main Store, Shibuya Store, Fukui Store; SOGO Yokohama Store, Chiba Store, Hiroshima Store, Omiya Store, a total of seven. Present the QR code and your passport before payment to enjoy the discount.
- Excludes gift coupons, cigarettes, food, restaurants, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Chanel, Cartier, Tiffany, ROLEX and other luxury goods.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or points.
- Items purchased with the coupon are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Keio Department Store Shinjuku: 5% off until Spring 2027
When shopping at Keio Department Store Shinjuku, you can use a 5% discount coupon, and it can be combined with tax-free shopping. This offer is valid until 31 March 2027. Remember to present the coupon before checkout; this coupon is a set of privilege number 76-31, with no barcode.
- This coupon is exclusively for inbound travellers; the previous version expired in March 2026, and this is the new version.
Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro: Coupon System, Note the Expiry
Shop at Tobu Department Store Ikebukuro and enjoy a 5% discount on purchases over 1,000 yen before tax, with tax-free savings calculated separately. This offer is valid until 30 September 2026. Always check for updates before your visit and bring your coupon and passport to exchange for the actual discount coupon at the tourist service counter on the 2nd floor.
- This offer is exclusively for short-term visitors, limited to one per person and non-transferable.
Mitsukoshi Isetan: You need to use the app to get the coupon
Shop at Mitsukoshi Isetan and use a 5% discount coupon on items over 3,000 yen before tax, excluding items priced lower. The coupon is valid for one year after activation. Remember to download the official app first and then visit the in-store counter to activate it with your passport.
- The old physical GUEST CARD was discontinued in March 2025, and now only the app version is available.
- Sale items and certain brands are excluded, and the coupon cannot be combined with other discounts.
Daimaru・Matsuzakaya: Permanent 5% off, but note store and product restrictions
The 5% discount for tourists at Daimaru and Matsuzakaya is a permanent offer with no fixed end date, but there are restrictions on applicable stores and products, so check carefully before you visit.
- You can enjoy a 5% discount on purchases with a minimum spend of 3,000 Japanese yen including tax per receipt.
- This offer is only applicable to travellers holding a foreign passport and staying in Japan for no longer than six months.
- This is a permanent offer with no fixed end date, but the coupon version will be updated periodically, with the in-store latest version taking precedence.
- Applicable stores include Daimaru’s Shinsaibashi, Umeda, Kyoto, Kobe, Tokyo, Sapporo, and Shimonoseki, and Matsuzakaya’s Nagoya, Ueno, and Shizuoka, totalling ten stores.
- From March 2024, the discount at Daimaru Tokyo is limited to cosmetics only.
- Other branches may have exclusions and specific brands; check before purchasing.
- Cannot be used together with another 5% off coupon.
Kintetsu Department Store: 5% off original price for purchases over 2,000 yen
At Kintetsu Department Store, get 5% off the original price for a single purchase over 2,000 yen (excluding tax). The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026. Electronic payment, cash, and credit cards are accepted, but the coupon must be presented when claiming tax refunds. Exclusions apply to food, discounted items, lucky bags, gift coupons, restaurants, cafes, and certain designated stores.
- Cannot be used with other coupons.

Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku: 6% discount until 2028
At Odakyu Department Store Shinjuku, get 6% off on purchases of 1,000 yen (tax included) or more. Coupon valid until 31 March 2028. Only available to foreigners residing overseas with a foreign passport. Payment methods limited to cash, UnionPay, Alipay or WeChat Pay.
- Food, discounted items, restaurants, cafes and some brands are not eligible.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts.

Hankyu Umeda Main Store and JR Nagoya Takashimaya: 5% off with two coupons in Kansai and Nagoya
Shop at Hankyu Umeda Main Store and get a 5% off coupon when you spend 1,000 yen or more (before tax). The coupon is valid for 7 days from issuance and can be used multiple times within that period. Remember to show your passport at the service counter to receive the coupon.
At JR Nagoya Takashimaya, you can get a 5% off coupon when you spend 3,000 yen or more (before tax) per receipt. The official page does not state an end date, so this is likely a permanent offer. Remember to go to the 11th floor tax refund counter to get a set of coupons.
- The discount does not apply to discounted items, lucky bags, gift coupons, food and restaurant purchases, or payments made with UnionPay or WeChat Pay.
- The offer is only valid in the main building of JR Nagoya Takashimaya; Gate Tower Mall and HANDS are not included, and payments made with Takashimaya card are also excluded.
- Japanese nationals residing overseas are not eligible for this offer.
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See Japan eSIM & SIM plansLotte Duty Free Ginza: Spend over ¥10,000 and get ¥1,000 off
At Lotte Duty Free Ginza, enjoy ¥1,000 off for purchases over ¥10,000; ¥2,000 off for purchases over ¥20,000. The coupon is valid until 31 December 2026 and is exclusive to the Ginza store. It can be used only once per trip and only by customers departing from Haneda or Narita Airport within 60 days.
- TAX-FREE items and certain brands are not eligible.
- Discounted items below 30% off are not eligible.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other coupons or gift coupons.
- Group travellers are not eligible.

JINS Eyewear: Tax-free plus 5% off, valid for eyewear purchases
When shopping at JINS Eyewear, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount and an additional 5% OFF coupon. These offers are valid until 31 August 2027. Remember to present the QR code at checkout, and the coupon can be used only once per transaction.
- Applicable only at selected JINS tax-free stores in Japan, not all stores.
- Excludes already discounted items and specific products; cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts or promotions except for tax-free sales.
Sports, outdoor, cycling, golf: coupons available at four specialty stores
When shopping at Alpen Group (SPORTS DEPO, GOLF5, Alpen Outdoors), you can enjoy a tax-free plus 5% OFF discount. This offer is valid until 30 June 2027.
At Victoria and L-Breath, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount plus an additional 5% OFF. This offer is valid until 31 March 2027.
At GOLF PARTNER, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount plus an additional 5% OFF. This offer is valid until 30 June 2027.
At Y's Road bicycle specialty stores, you can enjoy a 10% tax-free discount plus an additional 5% OFF. This offer is valid until 31 July 2027.
- Cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts; not applicable to Japanese nationals.
- Limited to selected stores; cannot be used with other promotions.
- Some Festival Golf, Victoria Golf, PGA TOUR SUPERSTORE, and Double Eagle branches may also accept this offer; not applicable to all stores.
- Approximately 30 stores nationwide, including Ikebukuro, Ueno, Shinjuku, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Fukuoka Tenjin.
Unable to locate the latest: GLOBAL WORK and GU
- The old GLOBAL WORK coupon expired on 11 May 2025, and the latest version is currently unavailable on the official site or major coupon platforms.
- The 10% tax-free plus 5% discount promotion for GU in collaboration with WAmazing was previously extended to 31 August 2025, but the official page now states the promotion has ended.
- GU still offers general tax-free services with a minimum purchase of 5,000 yen excluding tax.
- We will update this page if new coupons are released by these stores.
Tips for Redeeming and Using Coupons
- Passport original required for tax-free purchases, photos are not acceptable.
- Coupons must be presented before checkout; they cannot be added after payment. Some coupons require a scan to be completed with the staff member.
- Be aware of whether the minimum spend threshold is inclusive or exclusive of tax, as each store calculates differently—clarify before combining orders.
- Most coupons cannot be used with other promotions in conjunction, and special offers or branded items are usually excluded.
- Some coupons explicitly state they are not applicable to Japanese nationals or foreigners residing in Japan.
Before using your coupon, ensure you have internet access.
- You will need internet access on the spot to display the coupon, check store locations, and compare prices.
- Before travelling to Japan, install a Japanese internet card; eSIMs are activated immediately upon payment, with the QR code sent via email; physical SIM cards are mailed to Hong Kong.
- All plans and real-time prices are available on the Japan destination page.
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