Can I enter Japan without registering with VJW?
Yes. VJW is optional. You can complete the usual paper arrival and customs declaration forms instead.
This page is general reference information based on Japan's refund-based tax-free system starting November 1, 2026. Procedures and rules may differ by store, refund provider, airport or port, and may change. Please check the latest information with the Japanese government or the store where you shop.