Overview In a previous post, we introduced some basic characteristics of JCT. Introduction to Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) In this post, we’ll be looking at the scope of JCT and who actually pays the tax.   Scope of JCT…

Overview – Characteristics of JCT Japan’s consumption tax (JCT) is a tax on the consumption of goods and services in Japan. The tax consists of national tax and local tax and are both referred to as consumption tax. JCT…

Background If you have any business relationships with customers in Japan, you may have heard that Japanese Consumption Tax (JCT) will be going through significant changes in 2023. The TLDR (Too Long, Didn’t Read); Japanese Tax Authorities will be…