# SOTO Pocket Torch XT: Japan price comparison

> Compare the current Japan price for SOTO Pocket Torch XT with supported home markets.

Exact item: SOTO telescoping refillable wind-resistant torch; Japan Slide Gas Torch ST-480C, JAN 4953571748139; United States Pocket Torch XT PT-XT, SKU 4953571174808; 1300C flame; about 35-38 x 18 x 110-185mm

Latest price retrieval: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z. FX capture: 2026-08-19T00:02:31Z. FX is informational and comes from [Exchange Rate API](https://www.exchangerate-api.com).

## Price comparisons

### Japan vs South Korea

- Japan price in KRW: ₩21,890
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- South Korea: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

### Japan vs China

- Japan price in CNY: CN¥105
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- China: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

### Japan vs Taiwan

- Japan price in TWD: NT$495
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- Taiwan: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

### Japan vs United States

- Result: 45% cheaper in Japan
- Headline currency: USD
- Japan expected checkout: $15.51 (JP¥2,475 tax-included source price; In stock)
- United States expected checkout: $28.44 ($26.45 listed price plus an estimated 7.53% sales tax; In stock)
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- United States price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)
- [United States price source](https://sotooutdoors.com/product/pocket-torch-xt-extended/)

### Japan vs Hong Kong

- Japan price in HKD: HK$122
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- Hong Kong: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

### Japan vs Australia

- Japan price in AUD: A$21.98
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- Australia: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

### Japan vs Singapore

- Japan price in SGD: S$19.85
- Japan source price: JP¥2,475; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z
- Singapore: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c)

## Stores checked

### JP

- [SOTO by Shinfuji Burner](https://shop.shinfuji.co.jp/products/st-480c): JP¥2,475; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z. SOTO Japan direct store. ST-480C showed quantity and Add to Cart controls. Shipping is ¥550 below the store's ¥5,000 free-shipping threshold.

### US

- [SOTO Outdoors United States](https://sotooutdoors.com/product/pocket-torch-xt-extended/): $26.45; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T20:13:51Z. SOTO United States direct store. Pocket Torch XT SKU 4953571174808 showed In stock and Add to cart. Gas is not included; tax and shipping depend on checkout.

## Important notes

This torch produces a 1,300°C flame and uses pressurized fuel. Read the manual, keep it away from children and combustible materials, and do not use it for more than 30 seconds continuously. Gas is not included. Never fill it with 100% propane, and check airline and local transport rules before travel.

Japan tax-free eligibility, actual local sales tax, daily FX, shipping, card fees, warranty, and import charges can change the final cost.