Welcome to Japan

Enjoy Tax Free Shopping with PIE VAT app

Make the most of your trip to Japan and enjoy tax-free shopping with PIE VAT app.

Welcome to Japan

Enjoy Tax Free Shopping with
PIE VAT app

Make the most of your trip to Japan and enjoy tax-free shopping with PIE VAT app.

Welcome to Japan

Enjoy Tax Free Shopping with PIE VAT app

Make the most of your trip to Japan and enjoy tax-free shopping with PIE VAT app.

Types of Tax Free Shops

There are two types of tax free methods in Japan, with different procedures.

Using the PIE VAT app at individual stores.

Enjoy tax free shopping at individual stores. 

Using the PIE VAT app at shopping malls

Enjoy tax free shopping with the Tax Free Counter (PIE VAT Station) at shopping malls.

Types of Tax Free Shops

There are two types of tax free methods in Japan, with different procedures.

Using the PIE VAT app at individual stores.

Enjoy tax free shopping at individual stores. 

Using the PIE VAT app at shopping malls

Enjoy tax free shopping with the Tax Free Counter (PIE VAT Station) at shopping malls.

Enjoy tax free shopping at individual stores and shopping malls

Enjoy tax free shopping at individual stores and shopping malls

Using the PIE VAT app at individual stores

Enjoy tax free shopping at individual stores. 

Using the PIE VAT app at shopping malls

Enjoy tax free shopping with the Tax Free Counter (PIE VAT Station) at shopping malls.

Why you should use the PIE VAT app 

PIE VAT
1. A wide range of collaborating stores
2. It makes the tax refund much more easier
3. You can track the tax refund progress anytime within the app
4. You can discover PIE VAT's partner stores by using the app.

Why you should use the PIE VAT app 

PIE VAT
1. A wide range of collaborating stores
2. It makes the tax refund much more easier
3. You can track the tax refund progress anytime within the app
4. You can discover PIE VAT's partner stores by using the app.

Why you should use the PIE VAT app 

PIE VAT
1. A wide range of collaborating stores
2. It makes the tax refund much more easier
3. You can track the tax refund progress anytime within the app
4. You can discover PIE VAT's partner stores by using the app.

Basic Steps for Tax Free Shopping with PIE VAT

1. Download the PIE VAT app from app store

Download the PIE VAT app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store for free.

2. Enjoy tax-free shopping at PIE VAT partner stores.

Enjoy tax free shopping at various PIE VAT partner stores and shopping malls.

3. Easily and Quickly Receive Your Tax Refund

Complete the tax refund process and receive your refund quickly and easily with the PIE VAT app. 

Basic Steps for Tax Free Shopping with PIE VAT

1. Download the PIE VAT app from app store

Download the PIE VAT app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store for free.

2. Enjoy tax-free shopping at PIE VAT partner stores.

Enjoy tax free shopping at various PIE VAT partner stores and shopping malls.

3. Easily and Quickly Receive Your Tax Refund

Complete the tax refund process and receive your refund quickly and easily with the PIE VAT app. 

Basic Steps for Tax Free Shopping with PIE VAT

1. Download the PIE VAT app from app store

Download the PIE VAT app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store for free.

2. Enjoy tax-free shopping at PIE VAT partner stores.

Enjoy tax free shopping at various PIE VAT partner stores and shopping malls.

3. Easily and Quickly Receive Your Tax Refund

Complete the tax refund process and receive your refund quickly and easily with the PIE VAT app. 

Owen

Tourist from Europe

"I Used PIE VAT for the first time during our trip to Copenhagen last month, love the mobile-first (scan QR code + upload pictures for my goodies) and seamless experience (from merchant POS to my refund). No more stamping and queuing up at the custom. Great job guys!

Morel

Tourist from Americas

"I love PIE VAT Tax refund service. PIE VAT is easy to use especially comparing to other services. PIE VAT also offered great customer service when I had questions. "

Rie

Tourist from Asia

”PIE VAT is like a miracle tax refund service. I was always unhappy with existing tax refund services but PIE VAT offers easy to use service and I was able to get my money back without hustle. From now on, I will always get my money refunded using PIE VAT. I hope more stores offers PIE VAT.

Important Notice

  • No returns accepted after the tax refund process is completed.

  • Tax-free goods must be exported by yourself. You are not allowed to transfer or consume the tax-free goods in Japan.

  • Tax-free goods cannot be purchased for business, commercial or resale purposes.

  • Please present your passport and the purchased goods at customs upon departure.

  • If you do not possess the tax-free goods upon departure, you have to pay the consumption tax at customs.

Summary of tax refund eligibility

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from PIE VAT stores in the same mall on the same day.

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from one store on the same day

  • Must not be a resident of Japan

  • Entered Japan within the last 6 months

  • Non-resident foreign citizens with “Temporary Visitor (within 6 months)”, “Diplomat” or “Official” status of residence.

  • Non-resident Japanese citizens who can provide documentary proof of residing outside of Japan continuously for at least 2 years.

Important Notice

  • No returns accepted after the tax refund process is completed.

  • Tax-free goods must be exported by yourself. You are not allowed to transfer or consume the tax-free goods in Japan.

  • Tax-free goods cannot be purchased for business, commercial or resale purposes.

  • Please present your passport and the purchased goods at customs upon departure.

  • If you do not possess the tax-free goods upon departure, you have to pay the consumption tax at customs.

Summary of tax refund eligibility

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from PIE VAT stores in the same mall on the same day.

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from one store on the same day

  • Must not be a resident of Japan

  • Entered Japan within the last 6 months

  • Non-resident foreign citizens with “Temporary Visitor (within 6 months)”, “Diplomat” or “Official” status of residence.

  • Non-resident Japanese citizens who can provide documentary proof of residing outside of Japan continuously for at least 2 years.

Important Notice

  • No returns accepted after the tax refund process is completed.

  • Tax-free goods must be exported by yourself. You are not allowed to transfer or consume the tax-free goods in Japan.

  • Tax-free goods cannot be purchased for business, commercial or resale purposes.

  • Please present your passport and the purchased goods at customs upon departure.

  • If you do not possess the tax-free goods upon departure, you have to pay the consumption tax at customs.

Summary of tax refund eligibility

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from PIE VAT stores in the same mall on the same day.

  • Total purchase amount must be at least 5000 JPY (excluding tax) from one store on the same day

  • Must not be a resident of Japan

  • Entered Japan within the last 6 months

  • Non-resident foreign citizens with “Temporary Visitor (within 6 months)”, “Diplomat” or “Official” status of residence.

  • Non-resident Japanese citizens who can provide documentary proof of residing outside of Japan continuously for at least 2 years.

Get the Pie VAT App Today!

Ready to take control of your tax free shopping? Download the PIE VAT app and sign up in seconds to access rapid refunds, discounts, exclusive offers, and a smoother experience abroad.

Get the Pie VAT App Today!

Ready to take control of your tax free shopping? Download the PIE VAT app and sign up in seconds to access rapid refunds, discounts, exclusive offers, and a smoother experience abroad.

Get the Pie VAT App Today!

Ready to take control of your tax free shopping? Download the PIE VAT app and sign up in seconds to access rapid refunds, discounts, exclusive offers, and a smoother experience abroad.

Enjoy Tax Free Shopping with the PIE VAT app 

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