Japan Salary Calculator
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Full Japan salary breakdown for 2025 using national income tax brackets (5-45%), residence tax (~10%), and social insurance premiums (health ~5%, pension ~9.15%, employment 0.6%, long-term care ~0.91% for age 40+). Social insurance premiums are split equally between employee and employer. Standard working hours: 40/week. Most employees paid monthly on the 25th.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jan 1, 2025 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Mar 1, 2026.
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Apply 2026-27 progressive tax brackets to your gross salary, subtract the 2% Medicare levy, and see your superannuation entitlement.
Japan FAQs
What deductions come from my salary in Japan?
National income tax (5-45% progressive), residence tax (approximately 10% flat), health insurance (approximately 5% employee share), pension/kosei nenkin (approximately 9.15% employee share), employment insurance (0.6%), and long-term care insurance (approximately 0.91% for age 40+).
What is the basic deduction in Japan?
The basic deduction (kiso kojo) is JPY 480,000 for taxpayers with income up to JPY 24 million. It phases out for higher earners and reaches zero above JPY 25 million.
What is the average salary in Japan?
The average annual salary for full-time workers is approximately JPY 4.6 million (about $31,000 USD). Tokyo salaries are typically 10-20% higher. Large companies (daikigyou) generally pay more than small and medium enterprises.
How much take-home on JPY 5 million?
On JPY 5,000,000 annual salary: income tax ~JPY 139,000, residence tax ~JPY 254,000, social insurance ~JPY 730,000. Annual take-home (tedori) is approximately JPY 3,877,000 or JPY 323,000 per month.
Does my employer match social insurance?
Yes. Your employer pays an equal share of health insurance and pension premiums. On a JPY 5M salary, the employer pays approximately JPY 700,000 in social insurance on top of your salary. This is a significant hidden benefit of employment in Japan.
What is the reconstruction surtax?
The 2.1% fukko tokubetsu shotokuzei (reconstruction special income tax) is added on top of your income tax to fund recovery from the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. It runs through 2037. On JPY 139,000 income tax, the surtax adds approximately JPY 2,900.
Are bonuses included in the salary calculation?
This calculator shows base salary only. Most Japanese companies pay bonuses (shoyo) twice a year, typically 2-4 months salary combined. Bonuses are subject to income tax and social insurance premiums (capped at certain thresholds).
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