Japan vs Taiwan: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On ¥16,000,000 (about NT$3,233,922) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and NT$2,769,140 in Taiwan (about ¥13,700,467) — Taiwan leaves you 27% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Taiwan.
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 | Taiwan | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | ¥3,104,907 | NT$746,089 | Taiwan +19% |
| $40K | ¥4,880,639 | NT$1,185,444 | Taiwan +20% |
| $60K | ¥6,880,854 | NT$1,722,635 | Taiwan +24% |
| $80K | ¥9,184,292 | NT$2,293,457 | Taiwan +24% |
| $100K | ¥10,780,318 | NT$2,769,140 | Taiwan +27% |
| $150K | ¥15,117,583 | NT$3,892,922 | Taiwan +27% |
| $200K | ¥18,245,369 | NT$4,822,138 | Taiwan +31% |
| $300K | ¥25,905,185 | NT$6,762,492 | Taiwan +29% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Japan or Taiwan?
At ¥16,000,000, Taiwan takes less of your pay: you keep 86% there, against 67% in Japan.
What is the top tax rate in Japan and Taiwan?
The top income tax rate is 55.9% in Japan and 40% in Taiwan.
How much do I take home on ¥16,000,000 in each?
On ¥16,000,000 (about NT$3,233,922) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and NT$2,769,140 in Taiwan (about ¥13,700,467).
2026 rules checked against nta.go.jp. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details