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Japan Considers Major Crypto Tax Reform for 2025

Japan Considers Major Crypto Tax Reform for 2025
Japan Considers Major Crypto Tax Reform for 2025
Emiliano Trejo
Last updated: September 4, 2024 9:47 am
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Emiliano Trejo
Published September 4, 2024
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Japan’s financial regulator has recently proposed a major overhaul of the tax code for 2025, with a focus on reducing the tax burden on cryptocurrency transactions. This proposal could bring significant changes for crypto investors and businesses, as the Financial Services Agency (FSA) aims to align the taxation of digital assets with that of traditional financial investments.

Contents
  • Treating Cryptocurrency Like Other Financial Assets
  • Current Tax Landscape
  • Push for Change from Crypto Advocates
  • What Happens Next?
  • Conclusion

In an August 30 request for tax reform, the FSA expressed its view that cryptocurrency should be treated as a financial asset, a move that would place crypto on a similar footing to stocks and bonds in terms of tax obligations. However, the road to implementation is long, and it remains to be seen whether this proposal will lead to lasting changes in Japan’s crypto tax landscape.

Treating Cryptocurrency Like Other Financial Assets

The FSA’s proposal represents a shift in Japan’s approach to cryptocurrency taxation. Currently, crypto profits are taxed as miscellaneous income, which means individuals can face tax rates ranging from 15% to as high as 55%, depending on their income bracket. This is significantly higher than the 20% flat tax rate that applies to profits from stock trading.

Japan Considers Major Crypto Tax Reform for 2025

 

In its statement, the FSA argued that “cryptocurrency should be treated as a financial asset that should be an investment target for the public,” suggesting a desire to bring crypto investments more in line with traditional financial markets. The regulator added, “It is necessary to consider this issue from the perspective of whether it should be treated as such.”

Current Tax Landscape

Japan’s current tax regime for cryptocurrency is considered one of the more stringent in the world. Under the current system, individual profits from cryptocurrency trading are taxed as miscellaneous income, and corporate holders of crypto assets must pay a flat 30% tax on their holdings at the end of each financial year, regardless of whether they have made a profit from selling those assets.

This system has been criticized by some in the crypto industry, who argue that it discourages investment and innovation. Individual investors, in particular, face high tax rates that can make cryptocurrency trading less appealing compared to other types of financial investments.

Crypto accountants at TokenTax have pointed out that the highest rate of 55% applies to earnings over 200,000 yen (about $1,377), which can impact even relatively modest profits from trading. In contrast, stock market profits are taxed at a flat 20%, even for high earners.

Push for Change from Crypto Advocates

Calls for reform have been building for several years. The Japan Blockchain Association, a group that advocates for the crypto industry, has been actively pushing for changes to the tax code, arguing that the current tax system is holding back the sector’s growth. In 2023, the association formally requested the government to reduce the tax rate on crypto assets. One of their main proposals was to introduce a flat 20% tax rate for cryptocurrency profits, mirroring the tax applied to stock market investments. They also suggested allowing a three-year loss carryover deduction, which would let investors offset their losses against future gains.

Japan Considers Major Crypto Tax Reform for 2025

On July 19, 2024, the Japan Blockchain Association submitted another request for tax reform for the 2025 financial year. Despite these efforts, no major changes have been made so far. However, with the FSA now backing the idea of crypto tax reform, there is renewed optimism that the government may take action.

What Happens Next?

Even with the FSA’s endorsement, the process of reforming the tax code is complex. Government ministries in Japan submit their tax reform requests to the ruling party, which then passes them on to a tax system research committee. From there, the proposals go through the country’s national legislature for approval. This process involves both the House of Representatives and the House of Councilors, and the reforms can only be implemented if they are approved by both bodies.

As it stands, the FSA’s proposal is just one step in a lengthy process. While the proposal has attracted attention, it is still unclear whether these changes will ultimately become law. The current system remains in place, and any reforms will take time to navigate the legislative process.

Conclusion

Japan’s proposed crypto tax reforms for 2025 signal a potential shift in the country’s approach to digital assets. By treating cryptocurrency more like traditional financial investments, the FSA’s proposal could lower the tax burden on individual and corporate investors, potentially making the country’s crypto market more competitive. However, the proposal is just the beginning of what could be a long and complex process. It will be up to Japan’s government to decide whether to approve the changes, and until then, the current tax system remains in place. 

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ByEmiliano Trejo
Emiliano Trejo has spent the last 9 years immersed in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, becoming a prominent figure in the industry. With a background in economics and a keen interest in decentralized systems, Emiliano has contributed to several groundbreaking projects, including the development of blockchain-based financial products and services. His expertise lies in the intersection of blockchain technology and economic models, where he excels in creating innovative solutions that leverage the benefits of decentralization. At DT NEWS, Emiliano shares his deep knowledge of the global cryptocurrency market, offering insights that help readers understand both the technical and economic implications of blockchain innovations.
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