by Aki Kojima | Apr 27, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
For many families, purchasing life insurance is one of the most critical decisions to protect their family’s future. However, when purchasing a life insurance policy, there are often questions regarding premium payments and tax treatment. In this article, we...
by Aki Kojima | Mar 26, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers, Corporations
I am teleworking from country A outside Japan to country B outside Japan. Can I stay in Japan? In March 2024, there is a move in Japan to approve a “Designated Activities” visa for digital nomads (people who work in IT-related fields while moving across...
by Aki Kojima | Feb 12, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
Overview of Donation Deductions Overview The donation deduction is a system under the Japanese tax system that reduces tax payments by deducting the amount of donations made from income. The donation deduction was established to support public interest activities and...
by Aki Kojima | Jan 11, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers, Corporations
Today, I’m excited to share a valuable system that can help reduce your Japanese income tax when you send money to your family living abroad. This includes grandparents, children, or other relatives. Many worry about balancing family financial support with their...
by Aki Kojima | Jan 4, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers
Exploring Japan’s tax-free shopping system offers a unique opportunity for visitors and non-residents to enjoy significant savings. This blog post aims to demystify the process, covering everything from eligibility to future revisions. Understanding Tax-Free...
by Aki Kojima | Dec 15, 2024 | Individual & Freelancers, Corporations
For the general audiences who are not tax specialists, here is a summary of the FY2024 Tax Reform Proposals in Japan issued on Dec 14, 2024. It shows planned revisions to tax laws administered by the LDP and the Kōmeitō.This portion of the policy is for changes to the...
