T Galleria Okinawa by DFS

T Galleria Okinawa by DFS is the only duty-free store in Japan located within the country. It carries over 140 kinds of luxury brands from around the world. Normally you must travel overseas to use duty-free shopping, but Okinawa has special legislation: anyone departing from Okinawa Airport (not traveling to Okinawa’s remote islands) can use the duty-free store. Because it’s the country’s only such facility, many domestic tourists visit. With luxury brands available tax-free at around 30% off, some people buy a lot because it can be cheaper to purchase in Okinawa. Purchased items are picked up at the DFS Product Pickup Counter at Okinawa Airport, so a common method is to shop first and collect them on the way home. It’s a special service only for Okinawa travelers, so it’s worth using. Access is described as: from Naha Airport Station take the monorail and get off at Shuri Station, then walk 15 minutes; it’s also right by Yui Rail Omoromachi Station.