Elevating the Tax Free Shopping Experiences: Global Blue at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Global Blue is proud to be participating as a supplier, supporting the operations of the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. Expo 2025 will welcome millions of international visitors between April 13 and October 13, 2025.
As the global leader in Tax Free Shopping, Global Blue will deliver a seamless, secure, and rewarding tax refund experience powered by digital-first services designed to enhance every step of the journey.
A Seamless Tax Free Shopping Experience for International Visitors
Visitors to Expo 2025 can look forward to:
- Benefitting from tax refund savings on eligible purchases
- Assisted Tax Refund Services at a dedicated service centers across the Expo site
- A fully digital-first setup
- Multilingual support to enhance the global visitor experience and ensure a fast, stress-free refund process
Our fully digital-first approach enables quicker processing, shorter waiting times, and a smoother shopping experience across the event.
Visit Global Blue at Expo 2025 Osaka
Retailers, brands, and partners visiting Expo 2025 are invited to experience our services firsthand.
Meet the Global Blue team to discover how we can help you optimize the Tax Free Shopping experience and grow your international business.
📍 Our Tax Refund Centers:
- West Gate Tax Refund Center (outside the main gate)
- P Zone Tax Refund Center (inside the exhibition grounds)
Visitors should register their information via QR code before visiting for a faster and smoother experience.
To complete the refund process, travelers must present their passport, original purchase receipts, and the payment card used for purchases.
Global Blue: A Trusted Leader in Japan’s Tax Free Shopping Market
Global Blue has played a leading role in Japan’s Tax Free Shopping evolution since 2011, partnering with more than 6,000 stores nationwide, from world-famous luxury brands to local names.
With a 70% global market share and operations in 46 countries, Global Blue brings together local know-how and global innovation to elevate the shopping experience for international travelers and help retailers grow.
As Japan prepares for key changes to its Tax Free regulations in 2026, Global Blue remains focused on what matters: supporting merchants and travelers, and delivering seamless, digital-first solutions every step of the way.
Ready to Learn More?
For more information about Tax Free Shopping in Japan and upcoming regulatory changes, contact your Global Blue representative today.
