Japan triples International Tourist Tax to 3,000 yen starting July 1

Japan’s departure tax rises on July 1

Japan’s International Tourist Tax rises from 1,000 yen to 3,000 yen per departure on July 1, 2026, according to tourism agency materials and a Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism leaflet. The tax is usually built into airline or ferry tickets, so most travelers won’t pay it separately at the airport or port.

The ministry’s leaflet says the old 1,000 yen rate still applies for departures using eligible tickets issued on or before June 30, 2026. It also says the revenue supports tourism measures such as better travel access, clearer information and tourism resource development.

Who pays it

The increase applies broadly to people leaving Japan by air or sea, including tourists, Japanese nationals, expats, long-term residents and digital nomads. The official materials describe it as a per-departure charge collected through carriers, not a fee limited to short-term visitors.

Infants under 2 are exempt, the leaflet says. The provided official materials don’t spell out the full exemption list, so travelers with transit, crew or special visa questions should check the National Tax Agency’s guidance before booking.

What to check before booking

Travelers booked on flights or ferry departures after July 1 should expect the higher charge to be folded into the ticket price. Tickets issued on or before June 30 may still qualify for the lower rate if they meet the leaflet’s eligibility rule.

That makes the ticket issue date the key detail, not just the departure date. For the latest official guidance, see our visa updates and read our full Japan guide for the complete picture.