If you live outside Japan and own real estate in Japan, you may need to appoint a tax representative in Japan.
A tax representative can receive tax notices, support communications with Japanese tax authorities, and assist with tax-related procedures on behalf of a non-resident taxpayer.
Kudan Partners Tax & Accounting Office supports non-resident property owners with tax representative services, Japanese income tax returns, property sale tax filings, and fixed asset tax notice support.
Who May Need a Tax Representative in Japan?
You may need tax representative support if you fall into one of the following situations:
- You live outside Japan and own real estate in Japan.
- You earn rental income from property located in Japan.
- You are planning to sell Japanese real estate while living overseas.
- You receive tax notices from a Japanese tax office or local government.
- You cannot receive or respond to Japanese tax documents in Japan.
- You previously lived in Japan but have moved overseas.
What We Do as Your Tax Representative
- Preparation and submission of tax representative notification forms
- Receiving tax notices from Japanese tax offices or local governments
- Monitoring tax payment and filing deadlines
- Coordinating Japanese income tax return filings
- Supporting rental income tax filings for non-resident owners
- Supporting capital gains tax filings when Japanese real estate is sold
- Reviewing fixed asset tax and city planning tax notices
- Communicating with tax authorities regarding your Japanese tax matters
Why Appoint a Certified Public Tax Accountant / Zeirishi?
A tax representative handles tax-related matters in Japan on behalf of a non-resident taxpayer. However, many overseas property owners also need professional tax filing and tax consultation support.
As a Japanese tax and accounting office, Kudan Partners can support both tax representative procedures and Japanese tax return filings. This helps overseas owners manage their Japanese tax matters more efficiently and consistently.
Documents We May Request
- Passport or identification document
- Proof of overseas address
- Property registration information
- Purchase and sale agreement
- Fixed asset tax notice
- Lease agreement
- Rental income statements from the property management company
- Withholding tax certificates or payment records
- Prior-year Japanese tax returns, if any
- Information about your Japanese or overseas bank account
- Documents related to property sale, if applicable
Important notice: Please do not send passports, tax notices, contracts, or other sensitive documents through the initial inquiry form. We will provide a secure method for document sharing after confirming the engagement.
Scope of Service
Our tax representative service does not mean that Kudan Partners becomes the taxpayer. The legal obligation to pay tax remains with the property owner or taxpayer.
For related services, see our pages on rental income tax returns, property sale tax filings, and fixed asset tax notice support.
Appoint a Tax Representative in Japan
If you own Japanese real estate while living overseas, please contact us to discuss whether you need a tax representative and Japanese tax filing support.
Tax representative setup starts from JPY 110,000, and annual tax representative service starts from JPY 165,000 per year. Additional fees apply for tax return filing, property sales, prior-year filings, multiple properties, or complex cases. View fees.
Communication policy: Our services are generally provided by email and secure online communication. Video meetings and phone calls are not included in the standard service unless separately agreed.
Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or investment advice. Japanese tax treatment depends on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. A professional engagement with Kudan Partners begins only after the scope of work, fees, and engagement terms are agreed in writing.