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Panasonic ES-L551D Ad#Shaver · Worldwide voltage★4.75JP¥21,750 Panasonic ES-L551D Worldwide
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥21,750
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥19,773
In USD≈ US$126
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
Power & flights
Voltage100–240V
PlugType A plug
FrequencyTBD
FlightsOK on the plane
 Country-by-country results below
Kakaku.com rating ★ 4.75
Pros: Shaves clean without irritating the skin
Pros: Easy to clean
Pros: Can run on cord power when the battery is dead
Cons: Design gets lower ratings than similar models
 Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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Panasonic LAMDASH PRO 5-blade ES-L551D

ラムダッシュPRO 5枚刃 ES-L551D · Worldwide voltage

Price JP¥21,750 · tax-free JP¥19,773
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¥21,750 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in 7 and needs an accessory (plug adapter or transformer) in 14.

Panasonic's mainstay 5-blade model. The charger switches automatically between 100–240V, and you can shave while it charges.

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

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥21,750 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥19,773 at the register (≈ US$126). How the new tax-free refund works ›

100–240V, Type A plug, TBDHz. 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 ★ 4.75/5 (5 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Shaves clean without irritating the skin; Easy to clean; Can run on cord power when the battery is dead

Cons: Design gets lower ratings than similar models

Good for: People with coarse stubble who want a close shave without a cleaning station | Not for: People who want to wet-shave in the shower

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 LAMDASH PRO 5-blade ES-L551D / ラムダッシュPRO 5枚刃 ES-L551D

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥21,750–29,800
Tax-free price
JP¥19,773
In USD (reference)
≈ US$126

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

BrandPanasonic / パナソニック
ModelES-L551D
VersionWorldwide voltage
Voltage100–240V
FrequencyTBD
PlugType A
Power10W
BatteryLithium-ion
Released2025
Number of blades5 blades
TypeFoil (reciprocating)
Auto-cleaning stationNo
Wet shavingNo
Weight (manufacturer spec)210g

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: 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: 4.75 / 5 (5 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 without irritating the skin
  • Easy to clean
  • Can run on cord power when the battery is dead

Cons

  • Design gets lower ratings than 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 Panasonic ES-L551D outside Japan?

The Panasonic ES-L551D 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 ES-L551D in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥21,750 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥19,773. 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 ES-L551D 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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