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Annual Resident Tax Payments Across Japan: 2025 Survey Results

Fukoku Life has recently published the results of an insightful survey regarding the resident tax obligations across Japan's 47 prefectures. Conducted as part of their money information media outlet, 47Life, this survey gathered feedback from 200 participants aged between their 20s and 50s — 100 from each demographic group. The aim was to unveil the annual resident tax payments individuals encounter in their respective areas, shedding light on financial responsibilities that come with living in different regions.

Survey Highlights

The primary question posed in the survey was straightforward: How much do you pay annually in resident taxes? The results yielded a comprehensive ranking of prefectures based on their respective average tax burdens.

Top 10 Prefectures with Highest Resident Tax Payments:

1. Tokyo: ¥366,234
2. Fukuoka: ¥302,459
3. Kanagawa: ¥278,462
4. Hokkaido: ¥267,021
5. Hyogo: ¥256,557
6. Aichi: ¥251,667
7. Shizuoka: ¥239,552
8. Nara: ¥236,957
9. Saitama: ¥235,606
10. Osaka: ¥229,104

Following these top contenders are other prefectures, gradually decreasing in tax obligations, illustrating stark contrasts in fiscal responsibilities across the country.

Average Tax Payments Nationwide

The nationwide average for resident tax payments has been reported at ¥207,702, placing it between Mie Prefecture and Miyagi Prefecture for this year. Notably, this represents an increase of approximately ¥4,000 compared to the previous year's average of ¥203,674.

Breakdown of Tax Payment Responses

To provide a clearer picture, here’s a breakdown of how many individuals fall into various tax payment brackets:

• - Under ¥100,000: 1,117 respondents
• - ¥100,000 to ¥200,000: 753 respondents
• - ¥200,000 to ¥300,000: 397 respondents
• - ¥300,000 to ¥400,000: 260 respondents
• - ¥400,000 to ¥500,000: 143 respondents
• - ¥500,000 to ¥600,000: 88 respondents
• - ¥600,000 to ¥700,000: 43 respondents
• - Over ¥700,000: 76 respondents

Interestingly, the majority of responses indicated resident tax payments of under ¥100,000, highlighting diverse financial situations across the nation.

Conclusion and Future Insights

The survey conducted by 47Life serves as an essential tool, providing valuable insights into the financial obligations facing individuals across different regions in Japan. These findings can spark conversations among friends and family about fiscal responsibilities and financial strategies. Moreover, Fukoku Life continues to strive toward sharing relevant information monthly to help individuals achieve better financial literacy and improved living standards.

For those interested, a comprehensive overview of the survey results can be accessed via the following link: 47Life Full Article.

About 47Life

47Life is a financial information platform presented by Fukoku Life, dedicated to providing insights that resonate with everyday life events such as employment, marriage, and retirement. This media outlet aims to clear doubts and foster understanding about financial matters, encouraging readers to engage with their financial realities.

About Fukoku Life

Fukoku Life is a life insurance company that celebrated its centenary in 2023. Upholding a philosophy of mutual assistance, the company emphasizes the importance of human connectivity and aims to provide services that ensure customer peace of mind.