My name is Ren Kurosaki from the Osaka branch of Universe Club.
Thank you for your question!
I’d heard that tax-related advice could only be provided by a licensed tax accountant, so I looked into it—and it appears that doing so would be illegal.
I’m sorry for the inconvenience, but please consult a tax accountant. I apologize that I couldn’t be of more help, despite your thoughtful question.
I think it would be best to ask a professional about taxes.
Asking your local tax office seems like a good option since it’s free, but this is currently a busy season because of tax filing. If you’re asking about future filings, it may be better to wait until tax season is over.
On the other hand, if you don’t mind waiting in line, this time of year may actually be better, since there are likely tax-filing consultation counters available.
For reference, the tax office has issued the following notice for Shibuya Ward:
A tax return preparation center for income tax, special reconstruction income tax, gift tax, and individual consumption tax will be opened at Belle Salle Shibuya First.
1. Reception and consultations (tax return preparation center)
○ Venue: Belle Salle Shibuya First, 2nd floor (map)
※ Please be careful not to confuse it with Belle Salle Shibuya Garden.
Sumitomo Realty & Development Shibuya First Tower, 2nd floor
1-2-20 Higashi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
○ Open: February 16 (Thursday) through March 15 (Wednesday), 2023
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays. However, it will also be open on Sunday, February 19, and Sunday, February 26.
○ Hours:
Reception: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Consultations: Starting at 9:15 a.m.
※ To avoid overcrowding, an admission ticket will be required to enter the tax return preparation center. No ticket is required if you are only submitting your tax documents.
※ Admission tickets will be distributed at the venue on the day. You can also obtain one in advance by adding the National Tax Agency’s official LINE account as a friend on the LINE app.
※ Reception may close early depending on the availability of admission tickets.
※ When visiting, please wear a mask and disinfect your hands with the alcohol-based sanitizer provided at the entrance and elsewhere. Please also come in as small a group as possible.
