Can you get Akiya -vacant houses- for free with taxes?

Aki Kojima / Tax Accountant

July 30, 2024

AKI Japan Tax Consultant Office | Income Tax, Corporate Tax, International Tax matters | Can you get Akiya -vacant houses- for free with taxes?

Are free-price Akiya as vacant houses given away to others really free?

For example, in Japan, new owners bear a gift tax when assets are transferred. This tax burden is also present when you receive land and a house for free.

Please watch this video for a detailed explanation if you are interested.

AKI Japan Tax Consultant Office | Income Tax, Corporate Tax, International Tax matters | Can you get Akiya -vacant houses- for free with taxes?

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Aki Kojima

A licensed Japanese tax accountant based in Osaka. He supports freelancers, small businesses, and clients with international transactions, providing English-language tax consultations, assistance with cross-border tax matters, and Japanese tax filing support.

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