Japan VAT calculator 2026
Add or remove 10% VAT for Japan.
- Net (excl. VAT)
- ยฅ100
- VAT
- ยฅ10
- Gross (incl. VAT)
- ยฅ110
How VAT works in Japan
The standard VAT rate in Japan is 10%, applied to most goods and services. For example, adding VAT to a net price of ยฅ100 adds ยฅ10 in tax for a gross price of ยฅ110; removing VAT from ยฅ110 gives back the ยฅ100 net price. Japan also applies reduced rates of 8% to certain categories such as food, books or medicine.
| Rate type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard rate | 10% |
| Reduced rate | 8% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the VAT rate in Japan?
The standard VAT rate in Japan is 10%. Reduced rates may apply to specific goods and services.
How do I remove VAT from a gross price?
Switch to remove mode and enter the gross amount. We divide it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the net price.
How do I add VAT to a net price?
Use add mode and enter the net amount. We multiply it by 1 plus the VAT rate to get the gross price including VAT.
Are reduced VAT rates included?
The calculator uses the standard rate of 10% by default. Many countries apply reduced rates to food, books or medicine, so check the rate for your specific category.
Is the VAT rate up to date?
We use the current standard rate for Japan (10%). Rates change only when the law changes, and we update them when that happens.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026