Nintendo Switch
HAD-S-KABAH · Worldwide voltage
As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥40,299 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in 7 and needs an accessory (plug adapter or transformer) in 14.
The original standard Switch, priced at ¥43,980 from May 2026 — only ¥4,000 less than the OLED model, with a lesser screen and less storage.
Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥40,299 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥36,635 at the register (≈ US$234). Pay JP¥40,299 in store → about JP¥3,664 refunded when you leave Japan → JP¥36,635 after refund (≈ US$234) (a fee may be deducted). How the new tax-free refund works ›
Manufacturer list price (incl. tax) JP¥43,980.
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 ★ 4.54/5 (24 reviews), not our own rating.
Pros: Lots of family-friendly games for all ages; Works on a TV or as a handheld; Highly regarded game quality
Cons: Performance is weak by today's standards; new games can stutter; If you only play on a TV, the screen and controllers feel unnecessary
Good for: People who already own plenty of Switch cartridges and just want a console that connects to a TV | Not for: Anyone who cares about screen quality (the OLED model costs little more)
Sold at major electronics stores in Japan (Bic Camera, Yodobashi Camera and others); check stock before you go. Find the nearest store.
Edited 2026-10-24 · prices for reference only · names: Nintendo Switch