Where to buy Sony α7 V (ILCE-7M5) in Japan
A high-value camera where Japanese retailer pricing can differ materially from the manufacturer store.
¥416,900+ official store / ¥353,243 Map Camera listing
Sony Store lists the body from ¥416,900. Map Camera currently lists a new body around ¥353,243, making specialist-retailer comparison essential.
The real deal
Sticker price
Current Japanese retail pricing, including specialist shops where relevant.
Visitor savings
Whether the store supports tax-free shopping and what conditions apply.
Effective price
Japanese points and retailer benefits can materially change the best deal.
Where to go
Store location, stock and whether a physical visit is worth it.
Buy from a specialist camera retailer, not the Sony Store list price.
- Best value: Specialist dealers such as Map Camera (Shinjuku) and the big electronics chains (Yodobashi, Bic Camera) have listed the body well below Sony Store's ¥416,900+.
- Choose Sony Store when: you want Sony's own extended-warranty options and are happy to pay closer to list.
- Watch out: Japanese manufacturer warranties usually cover repairs in Japan only. Confirm warranty terms if you live overseas.
Japan's tax-free system changes on 1 November 2026
From 1 November 2026, visitors pay the full price including 10% consumption tax at the store. The tax is refunded after customs confirms at departure (airport or seaport) that the goods are leaving Japan, within 90 days of purchase. The minimum is ¥5,000 before tax per store. Refund methods and timing depend on the store, so ask at checkout and keep your receipts.
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