2026.08.24 event Webinar #23: “Where Will You Spend Your Retirement Years – The U.S. or Japan?”

I am pleased to announce that I, Takuya Takatori(CPA and Licensed Tax Accountant), will be speaking at the webinar “Where Will You Spend Your Retirement Years – The U.S. or Japan?” on September 12, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM (PDT). This webinar offers practical insights into U.S. Exit Tax planning for individuals considering a return to Japan. From the Japanese tax law perspective, I will cover critical topics for Covered Expatriates, such as the double taxation risk on 401(k) withdrawals and the step-up in cost basis. Please note that this webinar will be conducted in Japanese only. For more information and registration details, please see the materials below.We […]

2026.08.10 International Taxation Japan’s Inheritance Tax for International Couples — What You Can Do Before and After Moving to Japan

“If we move to Japan, will Japanese inheritance tax apply to the assets we built overseas?” We often receive this question from internationally married couples who are thinking about moving or returning to Japan. The answer is: Yes, it will apply. And the tax rate is very high compared to other countries. The highest rate of Japanese inheritance tax is 55%. Some countries, such as Singapore, Australia, Canada, and Hong Kong, do not have inheritance tax at all. The United States has an estate tax, but there is a large lifetime exemption (the “unified credit,” approximately USD 15 million per person), so in reality, most families do not pay it. […]

2026.07.27 International Taxation Tax Audits Are Increasing for Couples Moving to Japan – And It Could Affect Your Permanent Residency Too

More and more couples who move to Japan after living abroad are being audited by the tax office. We see this often with couples where a foreign husband moves to Japan with his Japanese wife. We have supported many clients through this kind of audit, and we can confirm that the number of cases is really increasing. Summary of this article: In Japan, the tax office’s administrative year starts in July, so audit activity is increasing again around this time. In this article, we explain how these audits happen and what issues usually come up. We use the most common case we see: a foreign husband with a spouse visa, […]

2026.06.02 event Webinar #22: “Where Will You Spend Your Retirement Years – The U.S. or Japan?”

I am pleased to announce that I, Takuya Takatori(CPA and Licensed Tax Accountant), will be speaking at the webinar “Where Will You Spend Your Retirement Years – The U.S. or Japan?” on June 27, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM (PDT). The theme of this webinar is “Preparing for Your Return to Japan: Lessons from Good, Bad, and Ugly Real-Life Cases.” We will share practical information for people who are considering moving back to Japan. During my presentation, I will explain some important Japanese tax residency rules, including how Japan determines whether a person is a tax resident or a non-resident, and when Japanese tax residency begins. I will […]

2026.05.07 Overseas assets Japan’s Remittance-Based Taxation for Non-Permanent Residents: Key Rules and Practical Insights

Many of my clients considering a return to Japan have told me that the remittance-based taxation rules for non-permanent residents are highly complex and difficult to understand. I have to agree. That said, a proper understanding of these rules is essential, not only to avoid unnecessary tax liabilities but also to identify opportunities for tax savings. The key points are outlined below: 1. Timing of Japanese Tax Residency The remittance-based taxation rules apply to non-Japanese individuals who are tax residents and who have lived in Japan for an aggregate period not exceeding 5 years in the past 10 years. Therefore, any remittances made before becoming a Japanese tax resident are […]

2025.08.21 news “Japan Tax Support” website launched

We have launched a website that provides professional support for Japanese and US tax matters for those planning to return to Japan from the US. We will provide various information through our “Japan Tax Support” service so that you can start your new life in Japan with peace of mind, thanks to our professional support. Thank you for your continued support.