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Japan Tax Information

10% consumption tax

Consumption tax is 10% standard, 8% for food/newspapers. Invoice System requires registration.

Game Developer Services to Invoice

  • Game development
  • Level design
  • Game mechanics
  • Unity/Unreal work
  • Mobile games
  • VR/AR games
  • Game porting

Invoice Requirements in Japan

Business name
Invoice issuer registration number
Client details
Tax breakdown
Total in JPY

Payment Terms

Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

即日月末締め翌月末払いNet 30Net 60

Payment Methods in Japan

Bank TransferPayPayCredit CardConvenience Store Payment

Game Developer Invoice Tips

  • Reference build versions
  • Include milestone deliverables
  • Document platform targets
  • Note engine licenses
  • Track asset creation

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to game developer invoices in Japan?

Japan has 10% consumption tax. Consumption tax is 10% standard, 8% for food/newspapers. Invoice System requires registration.

What payment methods are common for game developers in Japan?

Common payment methods in Japan include: Bank Transfer, PayPay, Credit Card, Convenience Store Payment. Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

What should game developer invoices include in Japan?

Your invoice should include: Business name, Invoice issuer registration number, Client details, Tax breakdown. For game developer services specifically, also include: Game development, Level design, Game mechanics.

How to structure game dev payments?

Milestone payments: concept, prototype, alpha, beta, gold master.

Should engine licenses be included?

Pass through at cost or factor into project. Specify in contract.

What is Japan's Invoice System?

Since October 2023, businesses must register as Qualified Invoice Issuers for tax credits.