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How do Japan's consumption tax rates and exemption thresholds work for a small business?

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Riku Nakamurasubscriber
March 21, 2026 3,417 views 1 answer
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I need the Japan answer for a new company or sole proprietor, not a VAT explainer from another country. Please explain the 10% and 8% rates, the 10 million yen exemption threshold, and why a new company can still end up inside consumption tax earlier than expected.

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