Consumption Tax calculator for Japan
Add or remove Consumption Tax for Japan in JPY — preset with the current rates (10% & 8%).
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Consumption Tax rates in Japan (2026)
The standard rate of 10% applies to most goods and services. Reduced rates (8%) apply only to specific goods and services defined by law. Locally, the tax is called 消費税. Registration / small-business threshold: ¥10 million taxable sales in the base period.
Good to know
- The 8% reduced rate applies mainly to food and beverages (excluding alcohol and dining out) and newspaper subscriptions.
How it’s calculated
VAT is charged as a percentage of the net (pre-tax) price. To add it, multiply the net amount by the rate; to find the net amount inside a tax-inclusive price, divide the gross amount by 1 plus the rate.
A common mistake is to remove VAT by subtracting the rate from the gross price (e.g. 119 − 19% = 96.39). That is wrong — the correct net amount is 119 ÷ 1.19 = 100.
Gross = Net × (1 + rate ÷ 100)VAT = Net × rate ÷ 100Net = Gross ÷ (1 + rate ÷ 100)
Frequently asked questions
How do I add Consumption Tax to a price in Japan?
Multiply the net price by 1.1. For example, ¥10,000 plus 10% Consumption Tax is ¥10,000 × 1.1 = ¥11,000.
How do I remove Consumption Tax from a gross price in Japan?
Divide the gross price by 1.1: ¥11,000 ÷ 1.1 = ¥10,000. The Consumption Tax included is ¥1,000.
What Consumption Tax rates apply in Japan?
Japan uses a standard Consumption Tax rate of 10%. Reduced rates of 8% apply to specific goods and services.
Are these Consumption Tax rates for Japan up to date?
The rates were last reviewed in October 2026. Tax rates can change, so confirm with the tax authority before relying on them for filings.
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