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π‘ What is Furusato Nozei? Japanβs Hometown Tax Explained
If you live and pay taxes in Japan, you may have heard of Furusato Nozei (γ΅γγγ¨η΄η¨), 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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