iPhone 17 Price in Japan (2026): Yen Prices & Tax-Free Tips
iPhone 17 price in Japan: ¥159,800 (about $1,016). Full lineup in yen, US and Asia comparison, and tax-free buying for tourists.
Japan is one of the biggest iPhone markets in the world, and a weak yen has made it one of the cheapest places to buy one in dollar terms. This guide covers the iPhone 17 price in Japan, the rest of the lineup in yen, and what tourists should know about buying an iPhone in Tokyo or Osaka.
iPhone 17 price in Japan (Apple Store)
| Model | Storage | Price (JPY) | ≈ USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 17 | 256GB | ¥159,800 | $1,016 |
| iPhone 17 | 512GB | ¥194,800 | $1,238 |
Prices for Japan come from Apple Store (official) and were last checked on October 1, 2026. They include VAT / sales tax. Dollar figures are approximate conversions.
The same prices apply at Apple Ginza, Apple Shibuya, Apple Shinsaibashi and the other Apple Stores in Japan, and at electronics chains such as Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera, which often add loyalty points worth around 1–10% of the price.
All current iPhone prices in Japan
| Model | Storage | Price (JPY) | ≈ USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 256GB | ¥239,800 | $1,524 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 512GB | ¥274,800 | $1,747 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 1TB | ¥344,800 | $2,192 |
| iPhone 18 Pro Max | 2TB | ¥449,800 | $2,860 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | 256GB | ¥219,800 | $1,397 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | 512GB | ¥254,800 | $1,620 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | 1TB | ¥324,800 | $2,065 |
| iPhone 18 Pro | 2TB | ¥429,800 | $2,732 |
| iPhone Duo | 256GB | ¥364,800 | $2,319 |
| iPhone Duo | 512GB | ¥399,800 | $2,542 |
| iPhone Duo | 1TB | ¥469,800 | $2,987 |
| iPhone Duo | 2TB | ¥574,800 | $3,654 |
| iPhone Air | 256GB | ¥189,800 | $1,207 |
| iPhone Air | 512GB | ¥224,800 | $1,429 |
| iPhone Air | 1TB | ¥294,800 | $1,874 |
| iPhone 17e | 256GB | ¥124,800 | $793 |
| iPhone 17e | 512GB | ¥159,800 | $1,016 |
| iPhone 16 | 128GB | ¥139,800 | $889 |
Japan vs other countries
In dollars, the iPhone 17 costs about $1,016 in Japan, compared with $1,069 in South Korea, $1,012 in China and $1,193 in the UK:
| # | Country | Local price | ≈ USD | vs US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canada | CA$1,299 | $914 | -2% |
| 2 | United States | $929 | $929 | — |
| 4 | China | CN¥6,799 | $1,012 | +9% |
| 5 | Japan | ¥159,800 | $1,016 | +9% |
| 6 | Taiwan | NT$32,900 | $1,031 | +11% |
| 11 | South Korea | ₩1,450,000 | $1,069 | +15% |
| 14 | Australia | A$1,549 | $1,077 | +16% |
| 18 | Singapore | SGD 1,449 | $1,134 | +22% |
| 22 | United Kingdom | £899 | $1,193 | +28% |
| 24 | Germany | €1,099 | $1,246 | +34% |
Buying an iPhone in Japan as a tourist
- Tax-free shopping: visitors staying less than six months can buy without the 10% consumption tax at participating stores by showing their passport. Japan is moving its tax-free scheme to a refund system (you pay the tax in store and get it back after departure checks), so check the current rules before you travel.
- Unlocked: iPhones sold by Apple Japan are SIM-free and work with carriers abroad.
- Camera shutter sound: Japanese iPhones always play the shutter sound when taking photos, even in silent mode, and this cannot be turned off.
- Customs at home: declare the phone if its value exceeds your home country's duty-free allowance.
Is it worth buying an iPhone in Japan?
If you are already travelling to Japan and can buy tax-free, the saving compared with Europe or most of Asia can be significant. For example, the iPhone 18 Pro costs about $1,397 in Japan (with tax) versus $1,643 in Germany. It is not worth a trip on its own, and the shutter sound puts some buyers off.
See every iPhone price in JapanAlso read: Cheapest countries to buy the iPhone 18 Pro
Frequently asked questions
How much is the iPhone 17 in Japan?
The iPhone 17 costs ¥159,800 for 256GB and ¥194,800 for 512GB at Apple Japan, including 10% consumption tax.
Is the iPhone cheaper in Japan than in the US?
With tax included, the iPhone 17 costs about $1,016 in Japan versus $929 before sales tax in the US. Tourists who buy tax-free in Japan pay less than the listed price.
Can I turn off the camera sound on a Japanese iPhone?
No. iPhones sold in Japan always play the camera shutter sound, even in silent mode, and this does not change when you use the phone abroad.