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Panasonic ES-L551U Ad#Shaver · Worldwide voltage★4.28JP¥20,394 Panasonic ES-L551U Worldwide
The math
Japan price incl. taxJP¥20,394
Tax-free price (paid in store)JP¥18,540
In USD≈ US$118
 Japan consumption tax 10% (food 8%)
Power & flights
VoltageTBD
PlugTBD
FrequencyTBD
FlightsOK on the plane
 Country-by-country results below
Kakaku.com rating ★ 4.28
Pros: Smooth shave that is gentle on the skin
Pros: Convenient USB Type-C charging
Cons: Ease of use rated well below the class average; some find the grip thick and the head too loose
Cons: Comes with a USB cable only, no charger
 Pros and cons summarized by us from public reviews

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Panasonic LAMDASH PRO 5-blade ES-L551U

パナソニック ラムダッシュPRO 5 ES-L551U · Worldwide voltage

Price JP¥20,394 · tax-free JP¥18,540
Voltage TBD
Source Kakaku.com · 10-24
Shaver

As of 2026-10-24, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥20,394 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in all 21.

USB-charging version of the LAMDASH PRO 5-blade: comes with a USB Type-C cable only, no charger; wet-shave capable. The version with an AC charger is the ES-L551D.

BestJapanBuyData updated 2026-10-24 · sources at the end

Lowest online price (incl. tax) JP¥20,394 (shipping not included). At a tax-free shop you pay the tax-free price JP¥18,540 at the register (≈ US$118). How the new tax-free refund works ›

TBD, Type TBD 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 ★ 4.28/5 (11 reviews), not our own rating.

Pros: Smooth shave that is gentle on the skin; Convenient USB Type-C charging

Cons: Ease of use rated well below the class average; some find the grip thick and the head too loose; Comes with a USB cable only, no charger

Good for: TBD

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 2026-10-24 · prices for reference only · names: Panasonic LAMDASH PRO 5-blade ES-L551U / パナソニック ラムダッシュPRO 5 ES-L551U

Japan price and tax refund

Price in Japan

Lowest online price
JP¥20,394
Tax-free price
JP¥18,540
In USD (reference)
≈ US$118

Japan price: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-24 (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-L551U
VersionWorldwide voltage
VoltageTBD
FrequencyTBD
PlugTBD
Power10W
BatteryLithium-ion
Released2025
Number of blades5 blades
TypeFoil (reciprocating)
Auto-cleaning stationNo
Wet shavingYes
Weight (manufacturer spec)210g

Spec sources: Kakaku.com specifications page, 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 USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Hong Kong220V · 50Hz · Type G Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Macao220V · 50Hz · Type G/D Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Taiwan110V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Singapore230V · 50Hz · Type G Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
South Korea220V · 60Hz · Type C/F Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
United States120V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Thailand220V · 50Hz · Type A/B Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Malaysia240V · 50Hz · Type G Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Philippines220V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Vietnam220V · 50Hz · Type A Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Indonesia230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
India230V · 50Hz · Type C/D/M Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Australia230V · 50Hz · Type I Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
New Zealand230V · 50Hz · Type I Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Canada120V · 60Hz · Type A/B Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
United Kingdom230V · 50Hz · Type G Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Germany230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
France230V · 50Hz · Type C/E Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Italy230V · 50Hz · Type C/F/L Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter
Spain230V · 50Hz · Type C/F Works as is USB-powered: charge it with any USB charger or computer at your destination; voltage doesn't matter

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: TBD. Results follow published standards; some buildings or hotels may differ.

Overseas vs Japan-only model

No counterpart model listed yet.

Reviews

Third-party rating: 4.28 / 5 (11 reviews)
Rating source: Kakaku.com, 2026-10-24
The rating comes from a third-party site and is not our own. Pros and cons are our summary of public reviews.

Pros

  • Smooth shave that is gentle on the skin
  • Convenient USB Type-C charging

Cons

  • Ease of use rated well below the class average; some find the grip thick and the head too loose
  • Comes with a USB cable only, no charger

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-L551U outside Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it works as is in all 21. See the table "Will it work in your country?" on this page for each country and region.

How much is the Panasonic ES-L551U in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-24, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥20,394 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥18,540. 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-L551U 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 (2026-10-24); prices in store may differ.

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