Japan vs Vietnam: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On ¥16,000,000 (about ₫2,640,507,333) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and ₫1,909,651,566 in Vietnam (about ¥11,571,422) — Vietnam leaves you 7% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Vietnam.
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 | Vietnam | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | ¥3,104,907 | ₫542,802,740 | Vietnam +6% |
| $40K | ¥4,880,639 | ₫849,933,135 | Vietnam +6% |
| $60K | ¥6,880,854 | ₫1,201,665,538 | Vietnam +6% |
| $80K | ¥9,184,292 | ₫1,587,839,735 | Vietnam +5% |
| $100K | ¥10,780,318 | ₫1,909,651,566 | Vietnam +7% |
| $150K | ¥15,117,583 | ₫2,767,816,450 | Vietnam +11% |
| $200K | ¥18,245,369 | ₫3,518,710,723 | Vietnam +17% |
| $300K | ¥25,905,185 | ₫5,235,040,489 | Vietnam +22% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Japan or Vietnam?
At ¥16,000,000, Vietnam takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 67% in Japan.
What is the top tax rate in Japan and Vietnam?
The top income tax rate is 55.9% in Japan and 35% in Vietnam.
How much do I take home on ¥16,000,000 in each?
On ¥16,000,000 (about ₫2,640,507,333) you take home ¥10,780,318 in Japan and ₫1,909,651,566 in Vietnam (about ¥11,571,422).
2026 rules checked against nta.go.jp. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details