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Ambitious organisations need to consider their tax affairs carefully to gain trust and stay ahead of their competitors.

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As your business grows, our advisory services are designed to help you achieve your goals. Successful growth often means navigating a complex array of opportunities, challenges and risks.

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    JAPAN TAX BULLETIN

    Consumption Tax Adjustment on the Change of Use of Fixed Assets

    FY2026 JCT Reform Update: Extended 8-Year Transitional Deduction Schedule and Reduced JPY 100M Cap for Non-Registered Supplier Purchases

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    JAPAN TAX BULLETIN

    Revisions to Japanese Consumption Tax Transitional Measures under the Qualified Invoice System

    Under Japan’s consumption tax rules, input tax credits for "adjustable fixed assets" are credited upon acquisition. However, if the use of assets changes within three years, an adjustment is required.

    6 min read |
    JAPAN TAX BULLETIN

    Key Differences Between Accounting and Tax Treatment of Revenue Recognition

    Revenue recognition is a key performance metric affecting financial figures. This article explores examples of differences between accounting and tax treatment in Japan.

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    JAPAN TAX BULLETIN

    New Documentation Preservation Regime for Specified Related Party Transactions

    Japan has introduced a new documentation preservation regime applicable to specified related-party transactions undertaken in fiscal years beginning on or after 1 April 2026. The provisions in the regime requires taxpayers to obtain or prepare and preserve supplementary documentation where the records already maintained for a covered related-party transaction do not contain the prescribed information concerning the transaction and the calculation of the consideration.

    8 min read |
    JAPAN TAX BULLETIN

    Business Office Taxation in Japan

    This article introduces the Business Office Tax, which needs to be considered when entities conduct business in offices or workplaces within cities with a population of 300,000 or more.

    6 min read |