Japan vs Singapore: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On ¥16,000,000 (about SGD 130,017) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and SGD 104,038 in Singapore (about ¥12,803,004) — Singapore leaves you 19% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Singapore.
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 | Singapore | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | ¥3,104,907 | SGD 25,267 | About the same |
| $40K | ¥4,880,639 | SGD 40,407 | Singapore +2% |
| $60K | ¥6,880,854 | SGD 59,150 | Singapore +6% |
| $80K | ¥9,184,292 | SGD 82,464 | Singapore +10% |
| $100K | ¥10,780,318 | SGD 104,038 | Singapore +19% |
| $150K | ¥15,117,583 | SGD 159,207 | Singapore +30% |
| $200K | ¥18,245,369 | SGD 205,533 | Singapore +39% |
| $300K | ¥25,905,185 | SGD 308,995 | Singapore +47% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Japan or Singapore?
At ¥16,000,000, Singapore takes less of your pay: you keep 80% there, against 67% in Japan.
What is the top tax rate in Japan and Singapore?
The top income tax rate is 55.9% in Japan and 24% in Singapore.
How much do I take home on ¥16,000,000 in each?
On ¥16,000,000 (about SGD 130,017) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and SGD 104,038 in Singapore (about ¥12,803,004).
2026 rules checked against nta.go.jp. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details