Takeya Tax-Free & Special Discount Coupons
(10% Tax-Free + Max 7% OFF)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use the coupon for regular purchases if I don't qualify for tax-free?

A: Yes, you can use the discount coupon even if you are not making a tax-free purchase.

Q: Can I combine this with other coupons?

A: No, this coupon cannot be used in combination with other promotions or discounts.

Q: How do I use the coupon?

A: Simply present the coupon screen to the staff at the cash register before payment to apply the discount.

Q: Which amount is the discount applied to?

A: The discount is applied to the total amount excluding tax.

Q: How much can I save by using the "Takeya" coupon featured on LIVE JAPAN?

A: By using this coupon, you will receive up to a 7% special discount in addition to the 10% tax exemption. By completing the tax-free procedures, you can enjoy shopping at a highly discounted price on your total purchase amount.
※Please note that some products may have different discount rates or are excluded from this promotion.
※The maximum discount is capped at 10,000 yen per transaction.

Q: At which stores can I use this coupon? Are stores in the Ueno or Okachimachi areas eligible?

A: It can be used at Takeya's "TAKEYA1 (Food & Sharing Life)" and "TAKEYA3 (Fashion & Beauty)" located in the Okachimachi/Ueno area.
Takeya is situated in an extremely accessible location, just a 3-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Yamanote Line "Okachimachi Station" and right outside Exit 3 of Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line "Naka-Okachimachi Station."

Q: Are there any requirements, such as a minimum purchase amount, to use the coupon? Can Japanese citizens residing overseas use it as well?

A: It applies when a single transaction reaches the tax-free eligible amount (5,000 yen or more excluding tax). Not only foreign tourists visiting Japan (non-residents), but also Japanese citizens temporarily returning to Japan who have resided overseas for two years or more and meet the criteria can receive the discount benefits of this coupon by completing the tax-free procedures.

Q: Are there any items excluded from the discount? Do pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or luxury watches qualify?

A: Some products may be excluded from the discount. Please verify with the store staff before making your payment to see if the items you are looking for qualify for the discount.

Q: Can I use the coupon if I pay with an international credit card or smartphone payment methods (such as Alipay or WeChat Pay)?

A: Yes, you can use them. The discount applies when you present this coupon, even when paying with major mobile payment options like Alipay and WeChat Pay, as well as international credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, JCB, and UnionPay.

Q: Is the store environment convenient for shopping with small children? Can I enter with a stroller?

A: Yes, Takeya (especially the main building, TAKEYA1) is designed with wide aisles, allowing you to comfortably move across each floor and enjoy shopping with a stroller. Since it brings together popular souvenirs like sweets, diapers, baby products, and items for adults such as cosmetics and luxury watches, you can efficiently browse and shop for the whole family under one roof at Takeya.

Q: Are there nursing rooms, diaper-changing spaces, or multipurpose restrooms inside the store?

A: Yes, these facilities are fully available.
On the 2nd floor of TAKEYA1, we have installed a private baby care room called "mamaro." In this private room, which can be locked from the inside, you can comfortably handle baby care such as nursing and diaper changes. It also includes space for a stroller and a dedicated diaper disposal bin. Both moms and dads are welcome to use it.

Additionally, multipurpose restrooms are available in both TAKEYA1 and TAKEYA3.

It is a family-friendly store where you can enjoy stress-free tax-free shopping while taking care of your children during your sightseeing breaks in the Ueno and Okachimachi area.

Q: Are there other tourist attractions nearby? Is the location convenient for sightseeing after shopping?

A: Takeya is located within walking distance of the popular tourist destination "Ueno Ameyoko Shopping Street." With excellent access to Ueno Park, Ueno Zoo, and the Asakusa area, it is the perfect location to integrate into your Tokyo sightseeing itinerary and stop by for bulk souvenir shopping.