by Aki Kojima | Aug 21, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers, Corporations
The Japanese government is contemplating significant tax reforms to fund an ambitious defense budget of 1 trillion yen. It is a strategic approach to bolster the nation’s defense capabilities. Breakdown of the proposed funding mechanisms Here’s an analysis...
by Aki Kojima | Aug 20, 2024 | Corporations
The Tokyo National Tax Agency recently made headlines by ordering Apple Japan to pay a staggering 14 billion yen in consumption tax. This decision came after the tech giant was identified for transactions that involved reselling items that were initially purchased...
by Aki Kojima | Aug 19, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
In today’s digital age, remote work has become increasingly popular, especially in the wake of the global pandemic. Many individuals are now pondering the feasibility of working remotely in Japan for companies headquartered abroad. This article aims to shed...
by Aki Kojima | Aug 18, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
Introduction: The Dual Mechanism of Social Security For those living and working in Japan, understanding the intricacies of taxes and social insurance contributions is crucial. These two mechanisms, while distinct in their principles, collectively ensure that everyone...
by Aki Kojima | Aug 17, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
Introduction: Navigating the Intricacies of Japan’s Resident Tax Greetings, readers! Today, we’re delving into a crucial topic for those living and working in Japan: the Resident Tax, also known as 住民税. We recently received an insightful query from one of...
