We are specialized
in inheritance tax return
It is said that there are 80,000 licensed tax accountants in Japan, but not all of them specialize in inheritance tax returns.
Some tax accountants specialize in corporate tax returns and other corporate matters, while others in particular taxes such as stamp duty and liquor tax.
It’s important that you consult a tax accountant who specializes in the specific type of tax you need assistance with.
Our firm specializes in inheritance tax returns.
If you are struggling with inheritance tax filings, please feel free to contact our office, which specializes in this area.
While we can certainly assist with cases involving assets solely within Japan, we are also equipped to handle cases involving overseas assets, as we offer services in both English and Chinese.
English Service
English and Chinese support is available.
If you are facing inheritance issues involving overseas matters, please feel free to consult with us, as we offer support in multiple languages.
Tax Investgation Solution
It used to be said that one out of every five inheritance tax returns would be subject to a tax investigatio, but now the trend is for about one out of every thirty returns to be investigated, which is a lower percentage than in the past.
However, 87.6% of all tax investigations indicate issues such as omissions of assets.
It is necessary to prepare for a tax investigation not only by filing inheritance tax returns correctly, but also by taking measures at the stage of filing inheritance tax returns to ensure you are ready to deal with an investigation if it occurs.
Available for early mornings and evenings on weekdays, as well as on Saturdays
We understand that many of you may have work or other commitments during the week that make it inconvenient for you to consult with a tax accountant.
Our office offers the following appointment options if you make a reservation in advance:
- Early mornings on weekdays (7:00 AM – 9:00 AM)
- Evenings on weekdays (6:00 PM – 7:30 PM)
- Saturdays (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Transparent pricing structure
It is not uncommon for the fees for inheritance tax returns offered by tax accountants to be high in the end, as they often include additional fees for heirs and land in addition to the basic fee.
We do not charge additional fees for heirs and land, and we strive to keep our pricing reasonable and easy to understand.
Additionally, clients who request a online meeting (via Teams) for the initial meeting will receive an additional 5,000 yen off the fees listed below.
(After signing a contract, meetings can be held in person or online, depending on the client’s preference.)
Service Fee
| Total Asset Amount | Service Price（Tax Included） |
| Up to JPY 40 million | JPY 200,000 |
| Up to JPY 50 million | JPY 260,000 |
| Up to JPY 60 million | JPY 290,000 |
| Up to JPY 70 million | JPY 350,000 |
| Up to JPY 80 million | JPY 410,000 |
| Up to JPY 90 million | JPY 470,000 |
| Up to JPY 100 million | JPY 530,000 |
| Up to JPY 150 million | JPY 720,000 |
| Up to JPY 200 million | JPY 900,000 |
| Up to JPY 250 million | JPY 1,200,000 |
| Over JPY 300 million | We will provide a quotation |
Notes
- There are no additional fees for heirs and land.
- Fees include preparation of estate division agreement, introduction of various specialists, simulation of secondary inheritance plan, etc.
- The total asset amount is the total amount of positive assets, and refers to the total amount of asset before subtraction of debts (e.g., loans) and deductions (e.g., special tax deduction for small residential lots, spouse’s exemption, tax exemption for life insurance, etc.).
- A deposit of half of the estimated fee is due at the time of contract.
- If the period between the time of contract and the filing deadline is less than two months, an express fee (20%) will be added to the amount of fee.
- If you wish to use the document attachment system (Article 33 of ZEIRISHI act), a additional fee of 55,000 yen will be added to the amount of fee.
- If you have unlisted shares, we will provide a additional quotation.
- If you wish to use deferred payment, payment in kind, or tax deferment, a additional estimate will be provided.
- A additional estimate will be provided for tax investgation support services.
- Clients are responsible for reimbursing the actual expenses for obtaining family registers, certificates of balances from financial institutions, and travel expenses for on-site inspections and visits.
- If you request a web meeting at the time of the initial meeting, a discount of 5,000 yen will be applied to the fees mentioned above.
Compare to other company
Example of Fee Calculation
(in the case where the total value of the asset is 70,000,000 Japanese yen, three heirs, two categories of land use)
The total fee can become quite high when considering not only the base fee but also the additional charges for heirs and land.
Additionally, in cheaper tax accountant offices, it is common for the staff in charge to be unqualified. In our firm, your cases are always handled by certified professionals.
| Us | Small and medium size A Tax Accountant Office | Large firm B Tax Accountant Office | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base fee | JPY 350,000 | JPY 363,000 | JPY 720,000 |
| Additional charges for heirs and land | 0 | JPY 182,600 | JPY 144,000 |
| Total fee | JPY 350,000 | JPY 545,600 | JPY 864,000 |
Step
We check the situation first.
We are available on Saturdays (prior reservation is required. The initial consultation is free even on Saturdays.).
We will provide guidance on the future process and approach based on your situation.
We will also inform you of the fees at that time.
Contracts include confidentiality provisions. No information received from clients will be disclosed to third parties.
Additionally, we request that half of the fee be paid as a deposit at the time of contract.
After the deposit is paid, we will begin the service. We will provide you with a list of the documents needed.
Based on the interim report, we explain the estimated tax amount and any issues identified.
We will provide an overview of the contents of the inheritance tax return. We will explain until all your questions are resolved.
After the tax filing, we will provide you with confirmation of its completion.