Key facts
- Currency
- Japanese Yen (JPY)
- Import VAT/GST
- VAT 10%
- De minimis
- No duty up to JPY 10,000; tax always charged
- Customs tariff
- Own national tariff
Summary
Japan charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 10%. Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to JPY 10,000 pay no customs duty. Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY).
Currency and customs tariff
Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY).
Import VAT and other taxes in Japan
Japan charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 10%.
De minimis in Japan
Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to JPY 10,000 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.
What changed recently
The newest release on this page, the de minimis thresholds for Japan, went live on border.bot on 13 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What currency does Japan use for customs?
Japan uses the Japanese yen (JPY). Its de minimis thresholds are stated in JPY.
What is the VAT rate on imports into Japan?
Japan charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 10%.
What is the de minimis threshold in Japan?
Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to JPY 10,000 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.
Sources and updates
The import taxes for Japan come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
The de minimis thresholds for Japan come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 13 October 2026.
This page was last updated on 13 October 2026.
Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.