Japan - Tax Guide for Freelance Contractors
Welcome to our guide to Japanese Taxation. You will find a wealth of information which will be useful if you plan to work in, or place consultants in, Japan.
Our tax guides give a general overview of the actual taxation rates and rules at the time of writing. There are of course many ways to legally reduce tax or social security burdens in Japan. Please contact us for more information or an actual breakdown of your situation, and to find out more about our range of payroll and contact management services in Japan.
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Residents and non-residents working in Japan are required to pay social security contributions on their gross salary in Japan or in the country of their employer if a social security agreement exists between the two countries and the employer obtains a detachment certificate.
Social security rates for 2011:
Employee:
- average 4.66% for health insurance up to JPY 56'386 per month
- 0.75% for long-term care insurance up to JPY 9'075 per month
- 7.852% for welfare pension up to JPY 48'682
- 0.6% unemployment insurance
Expatriate employees are not usually expected to pay unemployment insurance.