How Much Are iPhones in Japan and Which Ones Are Cheapest

If you're planning to buy an iPhone in Japan, you'll want to know the prices first. The cost of an iPhone in Japan can vary depending on the model and storage capacity.

The cheapest iPhone available in Japan is the iPhone 8, priced at around ¥64,900 (approximately $590 USD) for the 64GB model. This is a great option for those on a budget.

Prices for newer iPhone models, like the iPhone 13, start at around ¥89,800 (approximately $820 USD) for the 128GB model. If you're looking for a more affordable option, consider the older models.

You can find the latest prices for iPhones in Japan at various electronic stores, including Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera.

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iPhone prices in Japan have been a topic of interest for many Apple enthusiasts. The country has some of the most affordable iPhone 13 versions in the world.

The starting price for the iPhone 13 mini in Japan is 86,800 yen (approximately Rs 57,979), while the iPhone 13 starts at 98,800 yen (Rs 65,994). The iPhone 13 Pro is priced at 122,800 yen (Rs 82,026), and the iPhone 13 Pro Max costs 134,800 yen (Rs 90,041).

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A survey by MM Research Institute Ltd. found that the iPhone 14 was cheaper in Japan than 36 other major countries and regions. The 128-gigabyte model was sold at 119,800 yen ($830) in Japan, making it the lowest price in the surveyed areas.

However, it's worth noting that the yen's value has been dropping, which means that the iPhone 14 is actually about 20,000 yen more expensive than the iPhone 13 when it went on sale in Japan a year ago.

If you're planning to buy an iPhone in Japan, here are the prices for different models:

Apple has also raised the prices of its iPhones in Japan due to the yen's value drop. The iPhone 13's starting price was increased to 117,800 yen ($868), and the prices of the iPad and iPad Air were also raised by 10,000 yen each.

The iPhone 14 is cheaper in Japan than in 36 other major countries and regions, with a price of 119,800 yen for the 128-gigabyte model.

Apple's online stores around the world were surveyed, and the prices were compared in yen terms based on exchange rates as of September 12.

The 128-gigabyte iPhone 14 was sold at 119,800 yen in Japan, which is the lowest price among the surveyed areas.

In contrast, online stores in Turkey set the most expensive price for the model, offering it for the equivalent of 238,454 yen.

Apple might have strategically kept the prices low in Japan to maintain its high market share, which is 50 percent in the country.

The yen's value has dropped significantly, making the iPhone 14 about 20,000 yen more expensive than the iPhone 13 when it went on sale in Japan a year ago.

Apple has raised prices of its iPhones and iPads in Japan to account for the yen's drop in value, with the iPhone 13's starting price increasing to 117,800 yen.

The prices of Apple's MacBook computers were also raised by more than 10 percent in Japan earlier this year.

However, it's worth noting that prices for other Apple products seem to remain unchanged in Japan for now.

Japan has some of the most affordable iPhone options in the world. The iPhone 13 mini starts at 86,800 yen, which is equivalent to around 57,979 rupees.

The iPhone 13 is priced at 98,800 yen, or approximately 65,994 rupees, making it a great option for those looking for a more affordable iPhone. This price is comparable to those in the United States.

The iPhone 13 Pro is priced at 122,800 yen, or around 82,026 rupees, while the iPhone 13 Pro Max starts at 134,800 yen, or approximately 90,041 rupees.

Interestingly, the iPhone 14 was found to be the cheapest in Japan among 37 surveyed countries and regions, including the United States and several European and Asian countries. The 128-gigabyte model was sold at 119,800 yen, which is the lowest price in the surveyed areas.

Here's a list of the iPhone 13 prices in Japan:

The low prices in Japan might be due to Apple's high market share in the country, which is around 50 percent. This is a significant share compared to other countries and regions surveyed.