For Foreign Residents

Helping you live and do business in Japan with peace of mind

Hello! We are Partners Kansai Tax Corporation – Osaka Hirano Office.

If you feel, “Japanese systems are so complicated...” or “I don’t know who to ask...,” please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

💼 Personalized and Ongoing Support with Monthly Audits

💼 One-Stop Support from a Team of Experts

💼 Reliable Support from a Long-Term Team

We value long-term partnerships with our clients. Our dedicated staff members remain with us for many years, allowing us to build deep, trusted relationships and offer consistent, reliable service.

Own Property in Japan? You May Need a Tax Agent (納税管理人)

Purchasing real estate in Japan is an exciting investment opportunity—but if you don’t have a Japanese address or do not reside in Japan, it also comes with tax obligations that you cannot ignore. In such cases, appointing a 納税管理人 (Tax Agent) is not just recommended—it’s required by Japanese law.

A 納税管理人 (Tax Agent) acts on your behalf to receive official notifications from the Japanese tax authorities, handle tax filings, and ensure all payments are made correctly and on time. This is especially crucial for non-resident property owners who cannot manage these matters directly from abroad.

When Do You Need a Tax Agent?

If you fall into any of these categories, you are required to appoint a 納税管理人 (Tax Agent):

• You purchased real estate in Japan but do not have a Japanese address.
• You are a non-resident who does not live in Japan.
• You want to ensure all property-related taxes and notifications are handled correctly without missing deadlines.　Without a tax agent, important documents may not reach you, leading to late payments or penalties.

Just Established Your Company in Japan? Let Us Guide You Through the Administrative Procedures!

Starting a company in Japan is an exciting journey, but the administrative procedures afterward can be overwhelming—especially for foreigners. From mandatory registrations to important filings, missing deadlines or overlooking beneficial procedures can cost your business time and money.

Our experienced team is here to guide you step by step, ensuring all required notifications and filings are completed accurately and on time. We provide clear advice, so you know exactly where to start and what to do, making the process smooth.

Once you sign a consulting agreement with us, we provide hands-on guidance for all your accounting and tax needs. Our services include:

• Preparing and filing tax documents
• Accounting support and bookkeeping guidance
• Using accounting software efficiently
• Checking invoices and official documents
• Handling administrative paperwork

We specialize in assisting foreign clients who may not be fluent in Japanese. Our team communicates clearly in English and has extensive experience supporting international businesses in Japan, ensuring no detail is overlooked.

Our zeirishi office has years of experience guiding foreign clients with companies in Japan. Whether you need support for accounting, taxes, or business advisory services, we provide professional, reliable, and English-friendly assistance.

Contact us today to simplify your accounting and tax procedures and gain expert guidance for your business in Japan.

💼Consultation on Company Establishment and Operation

💼Bookkeeping Services Bookkeeping Services (Kichou Daikou)

As the number of foreign-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in Japan continues to grow, many are facing difficulties with day-to-day bookkeeping due to language barriers and unfamiliarity with Japan’s accounting practices.

Common concerns we hear from our clients include:
“I don’t know how to use accounting software,”
“I’m not sure how to organize receipts or invoices,”
“I’m worried about making mistakes in the books that could affect my taxes.”

To address these issues, we offer comprehensive bookkeeping services tailored for foreign clients.
Just bring us your receipts and documents — we’ll take care of the rest.

Our service includes:

• Accurate bookkeeping in accordance with Japanese accounting standards

• Preparing financial records that support tax filings and funding applications

• Clear explanations and multilingual support for foreign clients

• Full support from a team of certified tax accountants and administrative professionals

Let us handle the complex paperwork so you can focus on running your business.
Feel free to contact us for a consultation or to get started.

💼 Personal Tax Support (e.g., Income Tax Filing)

For foreign nationals living and working in Japan, income tax filing and other tax procedures can be confusing and difficult to navigate — especially when handled in Japanese. Those who earn side income, work as freelancers, or have real estate or investment income are generally required to file their taxes independently, unlike regular salaried employees.

Many individuals express concerns such as:

To support individuals in these situations, we offer comprehensive personal tax services, including:

• Preparation and filing of annual income tax returns
• Support for declaring side income, rental income, foreign assets, and more
• Representation and communication with the tax office on your behalf
• Clear explanations of Japan’s tax system in multiple languages

 Let us handle the complex paperwork so you can have peace of mind. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

💼 Visa & Residency Application Support

Whether you're planning to work or start a business in Japan, securing the proper visa or residency status is an essential step — and often a challenging one, even for individuals, not just companies.

Visa procedures in Japan involve detailed documentation, legal requirements, and communication with the Immigration Bureau — all in Japanese.

At our office, we offer expert support with a strong and experienced team:

• Certified Gyoseishoshi (Administrative Scrivener) on staff to prepare and submit official applications
• Multilingual support from foreign staff familiar with visa procedures
• Full assistance not only for new applications but also for renewals, status changes, and permanent residency
• One-stop support for Business Manager Visas, including help with company registration and business plans

Let us take the stress out of the application process so you can focus on your goals in Japan.

💼 Comprehensive Support for Hiring, Labor Management, and Social Insurance for Foreign Employees

As more companies in Japan hire foreign talent, managing post-hire responsibilities such as labor compliance and social insurance enrollment has become increasingly important — and often challenging due to the complexity of Japanese regulations.

Both employers and foreign employees may struggle with legal requirements, insurance systems, and language barriers.

Our office includes certified Labor and Social Security Attorneys (Shakai Hoken Roumushi) who offer full support in the following areas:

• Employment contract creation and labor rule compliance for foreign workers
• Enrollment procedures for health insurance and employee pension
• Filing and managing labor insurance (workers’ compensation and unemployment insurance)
• Advice on working hours, overtime, paid leave, and other labor management issues
• Multilingual support for non-Japanese-speaking employees

We help ensure smooth, compliant hiring and HR processes so that your company can confidently employ and support foreign staff.