International Guide
INTERNATIONAL GUIDE
Vintage Cartier & Fine Watches in Ginza, Tokyo
ANTE TOKYO is a vintage watch specialist located in Ginza, Tokyo.
With a particular focus on vintage Cartier, we also offer a carefully selected collection of watches from Patek Philippe, Rolex, Hermès, and other distinguished watchmakers.
Visit our Ginza store to see and try on the watches in person.

SHOP ANTE TOKYO
Explore Our Watches
Explore our current selection of vintage Cartier and other fine watches, available for women and men.

GINZA STORE
Visit Our Ginza Store
Our store is located in Ginza, one of Tokyo’s most renowned shopping districts. You can see our vintage watches in person, compare different models and sizes, and try them on before making your decision.
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Planning Your Visit
If there is a particular watch you would like to see, we recommend contacting us a few days in advance.
As not all of our available watches are displayed in the store at all times, letting us know which pieces you are interested in will help us prepare for your arrival and make your visit smoother.
Please send us the product name or product page, along with your planned visit date, and our team will confirm the current availability.
Vintage watches are one-of-a-kind pieces and availability may change at any time. Contacting us in advance does not reserve or hold an item, and we cannot guarantee that it will remain available until your visit.
FOR INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
Tax-Free Shopping in Japan
Tax-free shopping is available at our Ginza store for eligible international visitors.
Japan’s tax-free shopping system will change to a refund-based system from November 1, 2026. Tax-free shopping will continue to be available for eligible visitors, but the process will change.
Until October 31, 2026
Under the current system, eligible international visitors can purchase qualifying items tax-free by presenting their passport at the time of purchase.
From November 1, 2026
Under the new refund-based system, eligible visitors will pay the tax-inclusive price at the time of purchase.
To receive the tax exemption, the purchased goods must be confirmed by Japan Customs when departing Japan within 90 days of the purchase date. After customs confirmation, an amount equivalent to the consumption tax will be refunded.
Purchase at ANTE → Depart Japan within 90 days → Customs confirmation → Tax refund
INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY
Worldwide Shipping
We offer insured international shipping for customers who wish to have their watch delivered outside Japan.
International shipping is available for a flat fee of ¥38,000, including shipping and insurance.
Import duties, taxes, and other charges that may apply in the destination country are the responsibility of the customer.
Certain materials, including crocodile and other restricted exotic leathers, cannot be shipped internationally. When possible, we can replace the strap with a calf leather strap before shipping.
OUR APPROACH
Buying Vintage Watches with Confidence
Every watch offered by ANTE TOKYO is individually selected and inspected. We consider authenticity, condition, originality, and the individual characteristics of each vintage watch.
When necessary, appropriate maintenance or servicing is carried out before sale. We also provide support for future maintenance and repairs after your purchase.
NEED HELP?
Contact ANTE TOKYO
If you have questions about a watch, tax-free shopping, international shipping, or your visit to our Ginza store, please feel free to contact us.
