Asia·85+ treaties·PE risk: Medium
🇯🇵 Japan tax residency
Jusho (domicile) + 1-year presence
Residency threshold
365 days
Tax range
5–45% + 10% local
Digital nomad visa
Yes
Japan distinguishes 'non-permanent residents' (first 5 of any 10 years) who only pay Japanese tax on Japan-source + remitted income. After year 5, you face full worldwide taxation.
Best for
Non-permanent residents (first 5 of 10 years) shielding foreign income
Common pitfall
Non-permanent resident status ends after 5 years — then worldwide tax kicks in.
Exit / mitigation tip
Plan a sabbatical abroad before year 5 to reset the clock.
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