Ask staff to scan the barcode at checkout to apply the 5% discount together with tax-free.
What to check
Good to check:
Tax-free is not available if a single purchase of general goods totals less than ¥5,000 (excl. tax)
Visitors who have been in Japan for more than 6 months since their date of entry are not eligible for tax-free
Purchases at different stores cannot be combined to reach the tax-free minimum
The coupon carries a note in Japanese asking staff to scan the barcode for the 5% discount, so you can simply show the screen.
How to use it
Pick a couponEvery coupon is checked by our editors and dated, so you never show an expired code at the till.
Show the codeOpen the coupon on your phone and show the barcode or QR at the counter before you pay.
Save instantlyStack with tax-free shopping where eligible. The discount comes off on the spot.
Good to know
From 1 November 2026, Japan's tax-free system changes from a point-of-sale exemption to a refund collected at the airport on departure. Check the current terms in store.