For most company employees in Japan, filing a personal income tax return is not necessary, as the process is handled through a payroll adjustment at year-end. However, certain types of individuals such as high income earners, certain business owners and investors, those with multiple income streams, and those hoping to claim certain types of tax benefits may be required to file a personal income tax return, which is generally due by March 15^th. Foreign nationals who have resided in Japan for more than 5 years within the last 10 year period are considered “Permanent Residents” for Japanese income tax reporting purposes and must declare their global income from all sources. If you need help with a personal tax filing, or would like to book a personal tax consultation, please contact us today.