CPA-led US expat tax services for Americans in Japan
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Understanding the US vs. Japan tax systems
Living in Tokyo, my US tax obligations are confusing. -
Complexity of tax treaties
How does the US-Japan treaty affect me in Osaka? -
Never filed US taxes from Japan
I’ve been in Tokyo for years and only just realized I had to file with the IRS. -
FBAR & FATCA compliance
How do I report my bank accounts in Kyoto to the IRS? -
Maximizing deductions & credits
What US tax credits apply to me in Yokohama? -
Tracking US and Japanese tax deadlines
I'm in Nagoya, losing track of US deadlines.
Our services for US expats in Japan
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US tax return filed accurately and on time. Serving Americans in Tokyo, throughout Japan, and worldwide – fully remote.
Streamlined Procedure
Never filed US taxes from Japan? Our CPA-led team handles the Streamlined Procedure – 3 years of returns and 6 years of FBARs, penalty-free.
Tax planning & consulting
Strategic US tax planning to minimize liabilities. Whether you’re in Osaka or anywhere in Japan, we help maximize Foreign Tax Credits for Japanese taxes paid.
FBAR filing
Accounts at MUFG, Mizuho, or SMBC or other foreign institutions may be reportable when the aggregate maximum value of all your foreign accounts exceeds $10,000 at any time during the year. We prepare current and prior-year FinCEN Form 114 filings as applicable.
FATCA reporting
Our FATCA service prepares Form 8938 when applicable and coordinates the information with your Form 1040, FBAR, foreign investment accounts, and other specified financial assets.
PFIC filing
Many Japanese and other non-US mutual funds, ETFs, or pooled investments may be treated as PFICs, depending on circumstances. We analyze each investment and prepare Form 8621 when required.
Nonresident tax return
TFX prepares Form 1040-NR for eligible non-US citizens in Japan with US-source income or another US nonresident filing requirement. This service is separate from US expat tax return preparation for US citizens and green card holders.
Expatriation
Considering renouncing US citizenship while in Japan? From Fukuoka to anywhere nationwide, we provide expert guidance on IRS expatriation tax requirements.
Amended returns
Need to correct past US tax returns? Recently moved to Nagoya or been in Japan for years – we help fix IRS mistakes and ensure compliance.
Free expat tax extension
Push your US tax filing deadline to October 15 for free. Available for Americans in Kobe, throughout Japan, and worldwide.
Why US expats in Japan trust our tax filing services
I have used Taxes for Expats services for several years and have always been happy with their knowledge and competency in navigating our US federal and state tax issues and questions while we live in Japan. They are always timely and thorough.
I've been living in Japan for 25+ years and also own a business here. Taxes for Expats helped me pull my head out of the sand. I consistently file taxes every year now. I love how easy it is to navigate the website.
Taxes for Expats have been my go-to tax service while living in Japan for many years. They are super fast with the paperwork and make it easy to do your taxes. I have recommended them to friends for many years too. I wouldn't trust any other company to do my taxes. Thank you to the team at Taxes for Expats for the amazing service always.
Great service. I live in Japan and TFX has been doing my taxes for many years now. They have their system setup where they can recycle past information so building the data is fairly easy too! I will continue using TFX.
I've been using TFX for years now from Japan. As a result, I get my taxes done early every year, I get a refund that I probably wouldn't have figured out by myself, and I don't fret doing my US taxes for investments or multiple income streams. The price has been an incredible bargain over doing it alone when I was leaving refunds on the table. As I say every year, I highly recommend TFX!
I have used Taxes for Expats services for several years and have always been happy with their knowledge and competency in navigating our US federal and state tax issues and questions while we live in Japan. They are always timely and thorough.
I've been living in Japan for 25+ years and also own a business here. Taxes for Expats helped me pull my head out of the sand. I consistently file taxes every year now. I love how easy it is to navigate the website.
Taxes for Expats have been my go-to tax service while living in Japan for many years. They are super fast with the paperwork and make it easy to do your taxes. I have recommended them to friends for many years too. I wouldn't trust any other company to do my taxes. Thank you to the team at Taxes for Expats for the amazing service always.
Great service. I live in Japan and TFX has been doing my taxes for many years now. They have their system setup where they can recycle past information so building the data is fairly easy too! I will continue using TFX.
I've been using TFX for years now from Japan. As a result, I get my taxes done early every year, I get a refund that I probably wouldn't have figured out by myself, and I don't fret doing my US taxes for investments or multiple income streams. The price has been an incredible bargain over doing it alone when I was leaving refunds on the table. As I say every year, I highly recommend TFX!
US expat tax services for Japan – Transparent pricing, No surprises
US Personal Income Tax Return
- CPA-led US tax return preparation
- US and non-US wages
- Foreign tax credit (form 1116)
- Qualified IRA or ROTH contributions
- Alternative minimum tax calculations
- Estimated payment vouchers
- US retirement and social security income
- Interest and dividends (10 transactions included)
- Foreign earned income exclusion (form 2555)
- Child & dependent credits & deductions
- Over 35 tax forms included
Streamlined Procedure (SFOP)
- CPA-led Streamlined Procedure filing
- 3 years tax returns (currently 2023-2025)
- 6 years FBAR (currently 2020-2025)
- One package $1,450
- Special package: 25% discount on standard rates
- Optional: Certification letter add-on
See why Americans abroad choose our tax team
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