Can Foreign Companies Claim a Japanese VAT Refund? Introduction As foreign companies expand their business activities in Japan or engage with Japanese counterparties, one of the most frequently asked questions is whether Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT)... Japan tax Jan 17, 2026 0 1271
A Practical Guide to Japan‘s Resident Tax for Expatriates Introduction One of the most commonly misunderstood areas of taxation for foreign expatriates working in Japan is "individual resident tax." While many expatriates receive thorough briefings on income... Japan tax Dec 25, 2025 0 597
Explanation of Japan's Individual Income Tax System Introduction The Japanese personal income tax system consists of various income categories, a progressive tax rate structure, social insurance premium deductions, a withholding tax system, determinati... Japan global mobility payroll tax Dec 19, 2025 0 742
Furikae Nōzei (Automatic Bank Transfer Tax Payment) Introduction Japan offers several methods for paying national taxes, including over-the-counter payment, electronic payment systems such as direct debit and internet banking, and credit card payment. ... Japan tax Dec 17, 2025 0 524
Key Tax Points for Non-Resident Enterprises Introduction With the increase in international transactions, even non-resident companies without a base in Japan may incur multiple tax obligations such as corporate tax, consumption tax, and withhol... Japan tax Dec 11, 2025 0 594
Japanese Consumption Tax Compliance for Overseas Businesses [Practical Guide] Introduction For foreign companies operating in the Japanese market, compliance with consumption tax is becoming increasingly complex. The invoice system (Qualified Invoice Preservation Method) that s... Japan tax Dec 4, 2025 0 950
Withholding Tax in Japan: A Guide for Foreign Companies Introduction For foreign companies and foreign entities conducting business in Japan, the withholding tax system is one of the most misunderstood areas, frequently highlighted during tax audits. In Ja... Japan tax Nov 28, 2025 0 842
Japanese Tax Treatment of Seconded Employees from Foreign Companies Introduction Cases of foreign companies dispatching employees to Japan are increasing year by year. Along with this, various tax issues arise, including the dispatched employee's income tax, social in... Japan governance Nov 19, 2025 0 815
Is there a reverse charge mechanism for cross border services in Japan? Introduction As global business operations expand, Japanese companies increasingly procure services from foreign vendors. Cloud platforms, digital advertising, international consulting, foreign legal ... Japan tax Nov 15, 2025 0 1672
Alcohol Manufacturing or Sales Facilities in Japan Introduction In Japan, the manufacturing and sale of alcoholic beverages require licenses issued by the National Tax Agency (NTA) under the Liquor Tax Act. These licenses are tied to the physical loc... Japan tax Nov 15, 2025 0 719
Responding to Japanese Tax Audits Introduction Tax audits in Japan are an essential tax process that cannot be avoided, regardless of the size or industry of the corporation. Particularly in recent years, as international transactions... Japan governance Nov 13, 2025 0 791
Japan Invoice System - A Guide for Foreign Companies Introduction With the growing presence of global companies in Japan, compliance with the country's Consumption Tax and its new Qualified Invoice System (commonly known as the "Invoice System") has bec... Japan governance Nov 6, 2025 0 1009