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Real Estate Acquisition Tax in Japan: A Quick & Easy Guide

Real Estate Acquisition Tax in Japan: A Quick & Easy Guide

Today, we look at Japan’s real estate acquisition tax, sent out 6 months to a year after your property registration.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
City Planning Tax in Japan: What to Know and How to Pay

City Planning Tax in Japan: What to Know and How to Pay

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, 642 of Japan's 1,719 municipalities require property owners to pay city planning taxes.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Trash in Japan, Garbage Collection Days, and More!

Life in Japan Properties & Akiyas

December 25th, 2024

Trash in Japan, Garbage Collection Days, and More!

If you've just moved to Japan or recently relocated to a new city, a common issue you may face is how to deal with your trash.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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