Japan vs US: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On ¥16,000,000 (about $101,806) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and $80,451 in the US (about ¥12,643,760) — the US leaves you 17% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in the US.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Japan | US | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | ¥3,104,907 | $22,044 | US +12% |
| $40K | ¥4,880,639 | $34,390 | US +11% |
| $60K | ¥6,880,854 | $50,239 | US +15% |
| $80K | ¥9,184,292 | $67,022 | US +15% |
| $100K | ¥10,780,318 | $80,451 | US +17% |
| $150K | ¥15,117,583 | $115,644 | US +20% |
| $200K | ¥18,245,369 | $146,877 | US +27% |
| $300K | ¥25,905,185 | $214,585 | US +30% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Japan or the US?
At ¥16,000,000, the US takes less of your pay: you keep 79% there, against 67% in Japan.
What is the top tax rate in Japan and US?
The top income tax rate is 55.9% in Japan and 37% in the US.
How much do I take home on ¥16,000,000 in each?
On ¥16,000,000 (about $101,806) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and $80,451 in the US (about ¥12,643,760).
2026 rules checked against nta.go.jp. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details