iPhone 17 Pro (256GB)

After the 10% tax waiver, a Japan iPhone runs roughly ₹40,000-45,000 cheaper than India's MRP — one of the biggest single-item savings any traveler can make.

Price: 179800 JPY (Apple Japan official store, tax-included; ~¥163,455 after tax-free)

Where to buy: Apple Store Ginza/Shibuya/Shinjuku (tax-free with passport), or Bic Camera/Yodobashi for point schemes.

Price checked 2026-07-03

• Japan-sold iPhones are factory unlocked with global warranty, but historically forced a camera shutter sound — this has been relaxed on recent models, so test a demo unit before buying.
• For India returnees: a Pro model alone blows past the ₹50,000 duty-free allowance; duty of ~38.5% on the excess can erase much of the saving if declared.
• eSIM/band support matches global models; check mmWave is US-only regardless.