[2026 Update] Yodobashi vs Bic Camera: Tax-Free, Coupons, and Payment Conditions

Open the coupon before checkout, then prepare payment and mobile data

To ensure a smooth tax-free checkout, check your discount coupons, cost-effective payment options, and in-store internet connection before lining up.

Before applying, check the destination page for current eligibility, from-abroad or domestic application options, required documents, and support languages.

3 checks before the cashier

1Open the coupon page while your mobile data still works in store.
2Confirm eligible items, exclusions, and scan order on the linked page or with staff.
3Prepare your payment method and backup data option before joining the cashier line.

Yodobashi vs Bic Camera (Updated 2026-05-11)

Last verified / 最終確認: 2026-05-11

Conclusion (aligned across languages)

For short-term visitors, Bic Camera is often cheaper when the "10% tax-free + up to 7% coupon" is eligible.
Coupon exclusions, payment conditions, and checkout flow matter; confirm them before payment.
For Yodobashi, we do not treat a permanent inbound tourist coupon as confirmed. Practical approach: points-first, and check card/store campaigns each visit.

Key 2026 updates

Tax-free system timeline: Current in-store tax-free scheme until 2026-10-31. Planned switch to refund model from 2026-11-01.
Bic Camera 2026 coupon: LIVE JAPAN lists "10% tax-free + up to 7% OFF."
Exclusions: Some Apple items, consoles/games, watches, alcohol, and selected cosmetics can be excluded or discounted at different rates.

Comparison table

項目	Bic Camera	Yodobashi Camera
品揃え	家電・カメラ・時計・ゲーム・日用品まで幅広い	家電・カメラ・PC周辺機器に強い
価格帯	店頭クーポン適用時は実質価格が下がりやすい	ポイント還元を含めると居住者向けに強み
免税	2026-10-31までは店頭で即時免税。2026-11-01からはリファンド方式へ移行予定	同左（制度変更は店舗共通）
ポイント	免税と同時利用は原則不可。楽天ポイント等の施策は時期確認	ゴールドポイント中心。免税とポイントは通常併用不可
クーポン	LIVE JAPAN 2026で「免税10% + 最大7%OFF」掲載（対象外商品あり）	常設訪日客クーポンは公式で確認困難。カード/店舗企画は都度確認
支払い方法	現金・主要国際カード・QR等（店舗掲示優先）	現金・主要国際カード・各種決済（公式案内を都度確認）