Good news for Japan travelers: Japan's consumption tax hike plan postponed

Text / Compiled and reported by the editorial team of MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe confirmed on June 1consumption taxhike will be postponed. The original plan was to raise the consumption taxfrom8% to 10% in April 2017, but it will now be delayed until October 2019. This is good news for tourists visiting Japan, as it eases some of the pressure caused by the recent continuous rise in the yen exchange rate.

Japan is a popular travel destination for Taiwanese people, and many include shopping as an essential part of their trip to Japan. With the yen recently climbing continuously and the consumption tax having increased from the previous 5% to 8%, many felt that traveling to Japan had become more expensive. The Japanese Prime Minister's announcement to postpone the consumption tax hike has also provided some relief for travelers.