As a foreigner living in Japan, you’re legally required to pay residence tax (住民税, jūminzei). We'll walk you through understanding the basics and the two most important things to be wary of with residence tax payment.  

For anyone doing business in Japan, you’ll want to know how to register one of these. Our A to Z guide on how to get it done.

Thinking of expanding to Japan? Learn how to register a branch office, required documents, costs, and why it's a practical option for foreign companies.