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确定申告·税务

在日外国人所得税

如何在日本进行年度报税,外国居民需要了解的事项。

⏱️所需时间: 1–3 hours to file
💴费用: Filing is free; professional help: ¥30,000–¥100,000
📍地点: Online (e-Tax) or local Tax Office
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⚠️注意

  • The tax filing deadline is March 15 — missing it results in penalties.
  • Foreign income must be declared if you are a resident for tax purposes.

📋Step-by-Step Guide

1

Determine if you need to file

If your employer handles year-end adjustment (年末調整), you may not need to file separately. You must file if you have multiple income sources, income over ¥20M, or freelance/side income over ¥200,000.

2

Understand your resident status for tax

Residents in Japan for 1+ year are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents (less than 1 year) are only taxed on Japan-sourced income.

💡 小贴士: Tax treaties exist with many countries — check if your country has one with Japan to avoid double taxation.
3

Gather your documents

Collect income statements (源泉徴収票), receipts for deductible expenses (medical costs, charitable donations), and your My Number.

4

File using e-Tax or at the Tax Office

Filing period: February 16 – March 15. Use the National Tax Agency's e-Tax portal (English available) or visit your local tax office.

💡 小贴士: freee and other tax software can simplify the process with English support.
5

Pay any additional tax or receive a refund

If you overpaid through withholding, you'll receive a refund. Additional tax owed must be paid by the March 15 deadline.

💡Helpful Tips

  • Japan has tax treaties with over 70 countries — check to avoid double taxation.
  • The Furusato Nozei (hometown tax) system allows you to donate to municipalities and claim deductions.
  • Medical expenses over ¥100,000/year are deductible.
  • Use freee or yayoi cloud software for easier filing with English support.

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📄所需材料

Withholding tax certificate (源泉徴収票)

From each employer

必须
My Number card or notification
必须
Residence card (在留カード)
必须
Bank account details

For refund deposit

必须
Medical expense receipts

If claiming medical deduction

可选
Donation receipts

Furusato Nozei / charity

可选
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