Who Is Eligible?
✔ International Business Owners – Entrepreneurs buying goods in Japan for resale or business use abroad.
✔ Overseas Companies – Businesses exporting Japanese products to their home country.
How It Works
🔹 Step 1: Register as a Taxable Business in Japan – Before purchasing, you must register as a taxable business with the Japanese tax office, designating us as your tax representative.
🔹 Step 2: Buy Goods in Japan – Keep all receipts and invoices.
🔹 Step 3: Ship Overseas – Provide export documentation (EMS, invoices, etc.).
🔹 Step 4: Tax Representative Handles Procedures – We act as your official tax representative, ensuring all paperwork is completed.
🔹 Step 5: The tax refund is first deposited into the Japanese tax representative’s account. After deducting service fees, the remaining amount is transferred to your designated account.
Why Choose Us?
✅ Certified Tax Experts – Licensed tax professionals handle your refund directly with Japanese tax authorities.
✅ Efficient and Accurate Process – No intermediaries, ensuring smooth and reliable tax refund procedures.
✅ Dedicated Support – Personalized assistance at every step from professionals who negotiate directly with tax offices
Note:
You don't need a Japanese address or a Japanese bank account.
Pricing Table
All fees are monthly and performance-based.
Number of Receipts
Up to 50 receipts
51 to 200 receipts
Over 201 receipts
Purchases
Purchases Over 5,000,000 yen
Purchases
2,000,001 - 4,999,999
Purchases Up to
2,000,000 yen
5% of the refund
10% of the refund
15% of the refund
15% of the refund
25% of the refund
30% of the refund
30% of the refund
35% of the refund
40% of the refund
※ Please note that all prices listed are exclusive of Japanese consumption tax
※ Minimum fee: JPY 10,000
FAQ
Q1: Who is eligible for a consumption tax refund?
A: Foreign companies or individual buyers who purchase goods in Japan including tax and ship them overseas can apply for a consumption tax (10%) refund.
Q2: Can I claim a refund even if I bought from a regular (non-duty-free) store?
A: Yes. If you paid the 10% consumption tax and have proof of purchase and overseas shipment, you may be eligible.
Q3: Is there an upfront fee?
A: No upfront fee. We charge only a success-based fee after your refund is approved.
Q4: How will I receive the refund?
A: Refunds are sent via international bank transfer to the account you specify.
Q5: Is it okay if I don’t speak Japanese?
A: Yes! Our service is fully available in English and we can communicate by email. No Japanese language skills are required.
Q6: Can individuals apply too, or only businesses?
A: Both businesses and individuals can apply, as long as the goods are exported from Japan.
Q7: What is the processing time for the tax refund?
A: The consumption tax refund process typically takes 1 to 2 months. Because we can directly negotiate with the tax authorities, we can often achieve a faster refund compared to other services.
📢 Important Notice About Japan's Tax Refund System
From April 2025, consumption tax (10%) must be paid even when products are shipped overseas.
And starting in November 2026, even purchases at duty-free stores will be taxed and require refund applications at the airport.
But no worries — our service allows you to claim this tax back easily through the official refund procedure.
📦 If you or your customers send items from Japan to abroad, we can help maximize your savings.
👉 Contact Us for a free consultation and start your refund process today.
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We also offer a purchase & international shipping support service for overseas businesses and individuals who want to shop from Japan.
Let us help you buy and ship — and even claim your tax refund later!
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Tax Accountant Office
Kinki Certified Tax Accountants Association
Registration No. 88260
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06-6942-3455
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