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Key Dates for 2026 Tax Filing

Important deadlines for filing your 2025 income taxes in Japan. Plan ahead and never miss a deadline.

Income Tax Filing Deadline

March 16, 2026

33

days until deadline

January 1, 2026

Refund Claims Start

You can start filing for tax refunds from this date if you're expecting a refund.

January 5, 2026

e-Tax Opens

The e-Tax electronic filing system opens. File early to avoid the rush and get faster processing.

February 2, 2026

Gift Tax Filing Opens

Gift tax (贈与税) filing period begins for gifts received in 2025.

February 16, 20265 days

Income Tax Filing Opens

The official income tax filing period begins. Tax offices accept paper and in-person submissions.

March 16, 202633 days

Income Tax Deadline

Final deadline for income tax filing. March 15 falls on Sunday, so extended to Monday. Late submissions may incur penalties.

March 31, 202648 days

Consumption Tax Deadline

Deadline for consumption tax (消費税) filing if you're a taxable business.

June 1, 2026110 days

Deferred Payment Deadline

Final deadline to pay the deferred portion (延納) of your income tax if you elected to defer payment.

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