Residence Tax

Residence tax (jūmin-zei, 住民税) is a local tax paid to your prefecture and municipality. Many foreigners are caught off guard by it — especially in their second year in Japan when the bill suddenly arrives. Here’s everything you need to know. What Is Residence Tax? Residence tax funds local government services — roads, schools, public facilities. Every resident of Japan is required to pay it, regardless of nationality. It’s separate from income tax: ...