Japan vs Kazakhstan: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On ¥16,000,000 (about KZT 45,063,147) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and KZT 36,198,182 in Kazakhstan (about ¥12,852,429) — Kazakhstan leaves you 19% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Kazakhstan.
Figures are for citizens and permanent residents. Foreign nationals don't pay the citizens-only contributions, so they take home more.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Japan | Kazakhstan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | ¥3,104,907 | KZT 8,855,141 | Kazakhstan +1% |
| $40K | ¥4,880,639 | KZT 14,208,643 | Kazakhstan +3% |
| $60K | ¥6,880,854 | KZT 21,232,925 | Kazakhstan +10% |
| $80K | ¥9,184,292 | KZT 29,445,683 | Kazakhstan +14% |
| $100K | ¥10,780,318 | KZT 36,198,182 | Kazakhstan +19% |
| $150K | ¥15,117,583 | KZT 54,845,388 | Kazakhstan +29% |
| $200K | ¥18,245,369 | KZT 71,603,246 | Kazakhstan +39% |
| $300K | ¥25,905,185 | KZT 109,906,922 | Kazakhstan +51% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Japan or Kazakhstan?
At ¥16,000,000, Kazakhstan takes less of your pay: you keep 80% there, against 67% in Japan.
What is the top tax rate in Japan and Kazakhstan?
The top income tax rate is 55.9% in Japan and 15% in Kazakhstan.
How much do I take home on ¥16,000,000 in each?
On ¥16,000,000 (about KZT 45,063,147) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and KZT 36,198,182 in Kazakhstan (about ¥12,852,429).
2026 rules checked against nta.go.jp. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details