Freedom Score
South Korea to Japan: tax & freedom compared
How does Japan score against South Korea? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.
Net per month€2,759
Per year vs. South Korea-€4,017
Top ~55% incl. inhabitant tax · Inheritance tax up to 55% · Strong passport
Tax
55/100
Residency
78/100
Cost of living
37/100
Living environment
80/100
Mobility
97/100
Ownership
85/100
Compared by dimension
On an average South Korea income of €45,600 gross per year, you keep €33,110 net in Japan: a difference of €4,017 per year compared with South Korea.
- Tax: on this income Japan lands at an effective rate of about 27%, against 19% in South Korea.
- Passport and mobility: from Japan you travel visa-free to 190 countries.
- Residency: on our accessibility scale Japan scores 78 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
- Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Japan a living-environment score of 80 out of 100.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the financial difference between South Korea and Japan?
- On an average South Korea income it differs by roughly €4,017 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
- Is this tax advice?
- No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
- What sources is this based on?
- The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.
Sources
OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat