Fee Fee
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We provide our fee structure below. If you have any questions regarding our services or fees, please feel free to contact us. Specific tax questions and individual matters are handled through our Tax Consultation service.
Professional fees are billed after we present an estimate and enter into an engagement agreement with you. No fees are incurred prior to the issuance of an estimate. Consumption tax is charged separately.
We accept payment by bank transfer or credit card.
All clients
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Tax Consultation
We provide clear, actionable advice through in-person or online consultations, or by email (up to three exchanges), addressing your tax questions and outlining the appropriate next steps.
*This price includes tax for the service only.¥30,000/hour
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Tax Advisory
We provide comprehensive, issue-specific tax planning and advisory support tailored to your circumstances. Residency determination, timing of asset disposals, foreign exchange gains, and the treatment of U.S. retirement plans (IRA / 401(k)). Gifting strategies and related tax considerations prior to returning to Japan. Tax planning for the closure of offshore holding companies, including CFC implications. Developing tax-efficient structures using tax treaties and non-resident status
Starting at ¥300,000
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Tax Audit Support
We support the full audit process—from preliminary meetings and attendance on the audit day to negotiations with the tax authorities thereafter.
Starting at ¥300,000
Individual Clients
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Responding to Tax Authority Inquirie
We prepare written responses to letters of inquiry issued by the tax authorities and handle all subsequent correspondence.
Starting at ¥200,000
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Individual Income Tax Return Preparation
We prepare and submit Japanese income tax returns, including those that require reporting foreign income.
Starting at ¥200,000
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Foreign Asset Report (国外財産調書 / Kokugai Zaisan Chosho)
We prepare and submit the required report for clients whose year-end foreign assets exceed ¥50 million.
¥30,000/year
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities (財産債務調書 / Zaisan Zaimu Chosho)
We assist with the preparation and filing of the Statement of Assets and Liabilities for clients who meet the filing requirements.
¥30,000/year
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Estate Tax Return Preparation
We provide full support for the preparation and filing of estate tax returns.
¥500,000 plus
0.5% of the total estate value -
Exit Tax Support Tax Payment Deferral Procedures Initial year
We prepare the statement of covered assets and the deferred tax calculation required for Japan’s Exit Tax deferral application.
¥200,000
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Exit Tax Support Tax Payment Deferral Procedures Subsequent years
We prepare and file the annual continuation notification on your behalf.
*If you choose to extend the deferral period to ten years, we prepare and file the extension notification for an additional ¥50,000.¥100,000/year
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Collateral Provision Services
We manage the collateral provision process, including consultations with the tax authority regarding collateral amounts, coordination with your securities firm, and preparation of the collateral schedule and provision agreement.
Starting at ¥300,000
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Request for Correction (Kosei no Seikyu)
(return year only) We prepare and file the request to reverse your Exit Tax liability when you return to Japan within five years (or ten years, if extended).
¥150,000
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Tax Agent (Nozei Kanrinin) Representation
National Taxes (Income Tax / Consumption Tax). We act as your legally appointed Tax Agent, handling return filings, tax payments, refund proceeds, and all communications with the tax office.
Annual fee: ¥50,000
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Local Taxes (Fixed Asset Tax / Real Estate Acquisition Tax)
We make tax payments and manage tax notices on your behalf.
*This service is available only in conjunction with our tax return preparation servicesAnnual Fee: ¥30,000/municipality
Corporate Clients
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Company Formation Support
We advise on shareholder structure and capital arrangements, and prepare and file incorporation documents on your behalf.
*Corporate registration is handled by our partner judicial scrivener. Statutory registration fees and scrivener fees are charged separately.¥100,000
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Corporate Tax Return Preparation
We prepare and file corporate tax and consumption tax returns, providing full support from preparation through filing.
Starting at ¥400,000/year
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Monthly Advisory Services
We provide ongoing support for accounting and tax matters, including compliance guidance and tax planning.
*Business process outsourcing—including bookkeeping and payroll—is available exclusively to monthly advisory clients and is quoted separately based on scope and complexity.Starting at ¥50,000/month
*All fees except for the above “tax consultation” are exclusive of tax.
*When a client’s situation is complex or work beyond the normal scope is required, we will provide a preliminary estimate and obtain your consent before proceeding.
*Tax filing in the U.S. is not included in the above fees. Please be assured that we will refer you to a reliable local specialist.
*We accept payment by bank transfer or credit card.