Minimum wage in Japan (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Japan and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Japan is about ¥193,933 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly ¥162,583 net.
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How salary is taxed in Japan
Income tax in Japan is progressive: marginal rates rise from 5% to 45% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 14.63% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about ¥1,270,000 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 10%. For example, a gross salary of ¥336,000 per month leaves about ¥276,882 net, after ¥9,978 income tax and ¥49,140 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 17.59%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ¥1,950,000 | 5% |
| Up to ¥3,300,000 | 10% |
| Up to ¥6,950,000 | 20% |
| Up to ¥9,000,000 | 23% |
| Up to ¥18,000,000 | 33% |
| Up to ¥40,000,000 | 40% |
| ¥40,000,000 and above | 45% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Japan?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Japan per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Japan?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Japan to the gross minimum wage to estimate the net monthly pay.
Minimum-wage figures are approximate, based on the latest available official rate.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026