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Braun 52-A1200s Ad#Shaver · Worldwide voltage★4.49JP¥8,540 Braun 52-A1200s Top rated
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Japan price incl. taxJP¥8,540
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥7,764
In USD≈ US$50
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
Power & flights
Voltage100–240V
PlugType A plug
Frequency50/60Hz
FlightsOK on the plane
 Country-by-country results below
Kakaku.com rating ★ 4.49
Pros: Shaves clean and is inexpensive
Pros: Battery life rated above average
Cons: Cleaning and maintenance rated below the average for similar models
 Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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Braun Series 5 52-A1200s

ブラウン シリーズ5 52-A1200s · Worldwide voltage

Price JP¥8,540 · tax-free JP¥7,764
Voltage 100–240V · Type A plug
Source Kakaku.com · 10-23
Shaver

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥8,540 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in 7 and needs an accessory (plug adapter or transformer) in 14.

Braun Series 5 for around ¥10,000; lithium battery runs about 50 minutes, 100–240V.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-23 · sources at the end

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥8,540 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥7,764 at the register (≈ US$50). How the new tax-free refund works ›

100–240V, Type A plug, 50/60Hz. Will it work in your country? →

Flights: OK on the plane. Built-in lithium battery (≤100Wh): OK in carry-on; better not to check it, and power it off if checked

Kakaku.com rating ★ 4.49/5 (26 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Shaves clean and is inexpensive; Battery life rated above average

Cons: Cleaning and maintenance rated below the average for similar models

Good for: People on a budget who want the Braun shaving feel | Not for: People who want automatic cleaning

Sold at major electronics stores in Japan (Bic Camera, Yodobashi Camera and others); check stock before you go. Find the nearest store.

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Edited 2026-10-23 · prices for reference only · names: Braun Series 5 52-A1200s / ブラウン シリーズ5 52-A1200s

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥8,540–13,800
Tax-free price
JP¥7,764
In USD (reference)
≈ US$50

Japan price: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-23 (shipping not included)
USD rate JP¥1 = US$0.006377 (2026-10-23) · Prices are for reference only; check in store.

How tax-free shopping works

Until Oct 31, 2026: show your passport at a tax-free shop and pay the tax-free price at the register (at least JP¥5,000 excl. tax per store per day).

Calculate the refund · New tax-free rules explained

Specs

BrandBraun / ブラウン
Model52-A1200s
VersionWorldwide voltage
Voltage100–240V
Frequency50/60Hz
PlugType A
Power7W
BatteryLithium-ion
Released2024
Number of blades3 blades
TypeFoil (reciprocating)
Auto-cleaning stationNo
Wet shavingYes
Weight (manufacturer spec)TBD

Spec sources: Kakaku.com specifications, Braun Japan official site

Will it work in your country?

Based on each country's standard voltage, frequency and outlet types. Pick your country to put it at the top.

Country / regionResultWhat to know
Mainland China220V · 50Hz · Type A/I Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Hong Kong220V · 50Hz · Type G Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Macao220V · 50Hz · Type G/D Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Taiwan110V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Singapore230V · 50Hz · Type G Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
South Korea220V · 60Hz · Type C/F Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
United States120V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Thailand220V · 50Hz · Type A/B Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Malaysia240V · 50Hz · Type G Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Philippines220V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Vietnam220V · 50Hz · Type A Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
Indonesia230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
India230V · 50Hz · Type C/D/M Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Australia230V · 50Hz · Type I Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
New Zealand230V · 50Hz · Type I Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Canada120V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is The voltage range covers the local voltage; you can use it directly
United Kingdom230V · 50Hz · Type G Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Germany230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
France230V · 50Hz · Type C/E Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Italy230V · 50Hz · Type C/F/L Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter
Spain230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Needs an accessory Different plug shape; you need a plug adapter

Flights (all destinations): OK on the plane: Built-in lithium battery (≤100Wh): OK in carry-on; better not to check it, and power it off if checked

This model: 100–240V. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Third-party rating: 4.49 / 5 (26 reviews)
Rating source: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-23
The rating comes from a third-party site and is not our own. Pros and cons are our summary of public reviews.

Pros

  • Shaves clean and is inexpensive
  • Battery life rated above average

Cons

  • Cleaning and maintenance rated below the average for similar models

Where to buy

In Japan

Sold at major electronics stores in Japan (Bic Camera, Yodobashi Camera and others); check stock before you go.

Find the nearest store

Japanese phrases to show staff · Checkout checklist · Calculate the price after refund

Frequently asked questions

Can I use the Braun 52-A1200s outside Japan?

The Braun 52-A1200s is 100–240V with a Type A plug. Of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in 7 and needs an accessory (plug adapter or transformer) in 14. See the table "Will it work in your country?" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the Braun 52-A1200s in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥8,540 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥7,764. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

Where can I buy the Braun 52-A1200s in Japan?

Sold at major electronics stores in Japan (Bic Camera, Yodobashi Camera and others); check stock before you go. The price we list is from Kakaku.com (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.

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