JET Guide vs SAMURAI TAX

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Shopping in Japan as a tourist? You're entitled to a consumption tax refund on eligible purchases — but tracking it all down is anything but simple. SamuraiTax makes the entire process effortless. From your first purchase to your final refund, we handle the paperwork so you can focus on the experience. —— HOW IT WORKS Shop at participating stores and log in with your email using a one-time code. SamuraiTax tracks your refunds' approval status in real time and shows you exactly how much you'll get back — all in one place. —— FIND STORES NEAR YOU Browse an interactive map of tax-free partner stores across Japan. Use the search to filter by name or category, sort by distance, and discover new shops wherever you are — from Ginza to Kyoto. —— TRACK EVERY REFUND Your personal refund dashboard shows your total approved and pending refunds at a glance. No spreadsheets. No paper receipts. No surprises at the airport. —— BUILT FOR TOURISTS SamuraiTax is designed for international visitors. It works from the moment you land to the moment you leave — in a clean, intuitive interface that doesn't require a manual. —— KEY FEATURES - Real-time refund tracking — approved and pending amounts always visible - Interactive store map with live distance sorting - Smart store search with category filtering - Secure login — no password required - Supports hundreds of partner stores across Japan —— Whether you're shopping for fashion, electronics, cosmetics, or souvenirs — SamuraiTax puts your refund in your pocket. Download free and start saving today.