About
Solving Tax Issues for English Speakers in Japan
I often get asked, “Why is tax incurred here?” Taxes are designed to apply when people live and engage in activities.
Management and inheritance issues bring complex tax problems. In today’s information-rich environment, I aim to connect your concerns and solutions seamlessly. The National Tax Agency provides little information in English, making it difficult for English speakers to get tax information.
With extensive experience in corporate roles, general affairs, and trade, I provide long-term support for solo entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners. My expertise ensures a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of doing business in Japan, giving my clients confidence and security. I hope to be your trusted partner for consultation.
International Tax & English Support
Overseas income and cross-border taxation support. Consultations in Japanese or English.
Cloud Accounting
Certified Freee and Xero Advisor. Support from initial setup to ongoing operations.
One-time Consultation
On-demand consultation, available in Japan and abroad.
Residents & Non-residents
Tax support for non-Japanese nationals, Japanese abroad, and international couples.
Direct Support by Representative
From start to finish, handled by the representative tax accountant.
Import/Export & International Tax
Support for trade, consumption tax refunds, and other cross-border tax matters.
Profile
Representative / Certified tax accountant, MBA
Aki Kojima
Born in 1982 and based in Osaka, Japan.
After graduating from International Christian University (ICU) in Tokyo, Japan, I began my career in the trading industry, handling chemical import/export with India, China, and other Asian markets, focusing on new business development.
I later joined a trading and manufacturing company working with the U.S. and Europe, where I gained broad experience in accounting, HR, recruitment, trade operations, and IT system implementation. During this time, I earned my qualification as a Japanese Certified Tax Accountant (similar to a CPA) and established my own tax practice.
Outside of work, I am a father of two and enjoy photography, swimming, music, and Japanese manga and anime.
Consultation / Application
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Certified Management Innovation Support Organization
Certified by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency of Japan
MBA Holder
Certified M&A Support Organization
Certified by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency of Japan
Freee Certified Advisor
Xero Certified Advisor
Jobkan Certified Advisor
Example of Clients
Please review the following partial list of industries and content for which I have received requests:
Industries:
- English Language Schools
- Import/Export Business
- Travel Agency
- IT Engineers and Tech Services
- Event Planning and Management
- Advertising Agencies
- Security Companies
- Cleaning Businesses
- Real Estate Companies
- Intellectual Property Firms
- Solar Power Business
- Metal Processing
- Office Equipment Sales
- Telecom Equipment Manufacturing & Sales
Individuals:
- Tax support for setting up a Japanese corporation from overseas
- Post-arrival corporate management under a Business Manager visa
- RSU taxation for employees of foreign companies
- Tax implications of relocating to Japan
- International marriage and family tax matters
- Cross-border inheritance
- Second home purchase in Japan
- Tax advice for chemical engineers
- Real estate sales taxation
- Determining the need for annual tax filing
- Side business income consultation
- Non-resident income taxation
- Bookkeeping support for sole proprietors
I mainly use Freee cloud software and Xero Accounting for my clients. It is important for you or your company to understand the numbers, so I support you in recording bookkeeping by yourself and creating a system to achieve this.
| Office Name | Aki Japan Tax Consultant Office (Japanese Brand Name： てんむすび税理士事務所) |
| Representative | Aki Kojima |
| Registration number | 147829 |
| Support agencies for business innovation | 108927002901, Recognition No. 89 (December 18, 2024) |
| Belong to | Asahi Branch of Kinzei Certified Public Tax Accountants’ Association. |
| Location | Osaka City, Japan |
| Brands | てんむすび税理士事務所 Aki Japan Tax Consultant Office Senmusubi LLC 飛び立たない国際仕事ノート |
| Business | One-time Consultation |
| Affiliated company | Senmusubi LLC |
Consultation / Application
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