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Panasonic EH-HV2B Ad#Hair Iron · Worldwide voltageJP¥5,063 Panasonic EH-HV2B Worldwide
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥5,063
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥4,603
In USD≈ US$29
⚠️ Needs JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
Power & flights
Voltage100–240V
PlugType A plug
Frequency50/60Hz
FlightsOK on the plane
 Country-by-country results below

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Panasonic Compact Straightener EH-HV2B

コンパクトストレートアイロン EH-HV2B · Worldwide voltage

Price JP¥5,063 · tax-free JP¥4,603
Voltage 100–240V · Type A plug
Source Kakaku.com · 10-23
Hair Iron

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥5,063 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in 7 and needs an accessory (plug adapter or transformer) in 14.

A compact straightener around ¥5,000 with automatic 100–240V switching; good for travel and touch-ups.

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

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥5,063 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥4,603 at the register (≈ US$29).Below the threshold on its own: you need JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) at one store on one day to buy tax-free. 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. No battery: OK in carry-on or checked baggage (large items are best checked)

Good for: People on a low budget who want a compact straightener that works on 100–240V | Not for: People who need high heat to straighten thick, coarse hair

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: Panasonic Compact Straightener EH-HV2B / コンパクトストレートアイロン EH-HV2B

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥5,063–7,700
Tax-free price
JP¥4,603
In USD (reference)
≈ US$29

Japan price: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-23 (shipping not included)
Below JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own: combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free
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

BrandPanasonic / パナソニック
ModelEH-HV2B
VersionWorldwide voltage
Voltage100–240V
Frequency50/60Hz
PlugType A
PowerTBD
BatteryNo built-in battery
Released2025
TypeFlat iron
PowerCorded
Barrel diameterTBD
Max temperature180℃
Weight (manufacturer spec)275g

Spec sources: Kakaku.com specifications, Panasonic official site specifications

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: No battery: OK in carry-on or checked baggage (large items are best 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

Rating and pros/cons TBD.

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 Panasonic EH-HV2B outside Japan?

The Panasonic EH-HV2B 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 Panasonic EH-HV2B in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥5,063 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥4,603. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. 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 Panasonic EH-HV2B 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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