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🏡 What is Furusato Nozei? Japan’s Hometown Tax Explained
If you live and pay taxes in Japan, you may have heard of Furusato Nozei (ふるさと納税), also known as the Hometown Tax Donation Program. This unique system allows taxpayers to donate to local municipalities across Japan an...
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