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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer