Preparing books of account in English may seem convenient for self-employed foreign companies operating in Japan and primarily using English. However, several important points must be considered when filing taxes and performing day-to-day accounting tasks. This...
Difference between Non-Resident and Non-Permanent Resident Non-permanent residents and non-residents are similar in character, but the content is different. Since they are treated very differently in terms of tax law, it is necessary to check when you become a...
Structuring without input First, aim to create a system that does not require input. Instead of manually entering piles of paper receipts and invoices, digital data is increasingly being directly reflected in accounting systems. For example, an application that allows...
Tax Reform in 2021 in JTC Certificate Content and Reason for Revision The 2021 Tax Reform to the Consumption Tax Law tightened the document preservation requirements for export duty exemption for goods worth 200,000 yen or less. This revision’s background...
If you are considering relocating or moving abroad, it is vital to ensure you are aware of all tax-related procedures before you leave Japan. In particular, tax obligations in Japan do not entirely disappear even if you move abroad. Even if you become a non-resident,...
