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Fee<\/h3>\n
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\n The tax implications of returning to Japan from the U.S. are highly specialized and diverse, varying significantly with each individual’s circumstances.
\nOur firm’s Japanese Certified Public Accountants and Tax Accountants, with a deep understanding of U.S. tax matters, are here to ease your complex tax concerns and help you begin your new life in Japan with peace of mind. \n <\/p>\n

\nWe provide an overview of our fee structure below. If you have any questions about our services or fees, please feel free to contact us. Specific tax-related inquiries or challenges are handled through our Tax Consultation service. \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n

Tax Consultation<\/h4>\n

\n We provide advice based on your specific situation, addressing your tax questions and outlining the appropriate next steps. \n <\/p>\n\n

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Tax Consultation<\/th>\n\nAvailable through in-person or online (Zoom) consultations, or by email (up to three exchanges). \n<\/td>\n\u00a530,000 per hour<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

Pre-Return Tax Planning<\/h4>\n

\n We provide comprehensive pre-return tax planning support. This includes personalized advice on various tax issues based on your situation, such as residency determination, asset sale timing, foreign exchange gain\/loss considerations, U.S. retirement accounts (IRA\/401(k)), lifetime gifts, and necessary information gathering, along with tax liability simulations. \n <\/p>\n\n

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Pre-Return Consulting<\/th>\n\n2\u20133 meetings or online sessions, totaling approximately 10 hours of consulting. \n<\/td>\nFrom \u00a5300,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

Post-Return Tax Consulting<\/h4>\n

\n We provide ongoing support with an understanding of both Japanese and U.S. tax rules for tax questions related to your new life in Japan, consultations on ongoing income from U.S. assets, and other matters. This includes year-round tax consultation via phone and email, updates on tax law revisions, and advice whenever distributions are made from your U.S. retirement accounts.\n <\/p>\n\n

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Post-Return Follow-Up Service<\/th>\n\nYear-round tax advice, updates on tax law changes, and other guidance\n<\/td>\n\u00a5300,000 per year<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

Tax Support in Japan<\/h4>\n

\n Japanese tax returns are governed by distinct rules and filing requirements that differ from those in the United States. For individuals with U.S. income or assets, professional support is necessary. Based on this, we provide practical support such as income tax return preparation and the preparation of asset disclosure statements.\n <\/p>\n\n

[For Individual Clients]<\/p>\n

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Individual Income Tax Return Preparation<\/th>\n\nSupport for preparing and filing Japanese tax returns including U.S. income.\n<\/td>\nFrom \u00a5200,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Preparation of the Report on Foreign Assets (Kokugai Zaisan Chosho)<\/th>\n\nSupport for preparing and submitting the Report on Foreign Assets for individuals whose foreign assets exceed \u00a550 million at year-end.\n<\/td>\n\u00a530,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Preparation of the Statement of Assets and Liabilities (Zaisan Saimu Chosho)<\/th>\n\nSupport for preparing and filing the required report if you meet certain conditions.\n<\/td>\n\u00a530,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Tax Authority Inquiries<\/th>\n\nWe prepare written responses to letters of inquiry issued by the tax authorities and handle all subsequent correspondence.\n<\/td>\nFrom \u00a5200,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Inheritance Tax Return Preparation<\/th>\n\nPreparation and filing support for inheritance tax returns. A quote will always be provided before we finalize a contract.\n<\/td>\nFrom JPY 500,000 + 0.5% of total estate value<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n\n

[For Corporate Clients]<\/p>\n

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Company Establishment Support<\/th>\n\nConsulting on shareholder structure and capital, preparation and filing of incorporation-related documents. For registration procedures, we will introduce you to an affiliated judicial scrivener. Please note: The judicial scrivener\u2019s fee and registration\/license tax are charged separately.\n<\/td>\nJPY 100,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Tax Return Preparation<\/th>\n\nPreparation and filing support for corporate tax and consumption tax returns.\n<\/td>\nFrom JPY 400,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Monthly Advisory Services<\/th>\n\nOngoing consultation on accounting and tax matters, proposals for proper tax compliance and tax-saving strategies.
\nPlease note: Bookkeeping and payroll processing services are only available to clients with a monthly advisory contract. Fees for these services will be quoted separately based on the scope of work.\n<\/td>\n		From JPY 50,000\/month<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n
Tax Audit Support<\/th>\n\nSupport with pre-audit preparation, attendance on the day of the audit, and negotiation with the tax office.\n<\/td>\nFrom JPY 300,000<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n \n\n

\n*All prices listed above are exclusive of tax.\n*For complex cases or work exceeding the normal scope, we will provide an estimate in advance and proceed only upon your agreement.\n*Please note that U.S. tax return preparation is not included in the above fees. However, we can introduce you to a trusted local professional.\n*Payment can be made by bank transfer, credit card, or PayPal.\n <\/p>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Our Consultation Process<\/h3>\n

\n We aim to resolve your tax concerns quickly through the following simple consultation process.\n <\/p>\n\n