ECOVIS International

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Who We Are

ECOVIS AKIA Tax Consultants is a member of the global ECOVIS network, a leading consulting firm with a presence in over 80 countries. Our team in Japan comprises experienced professionals in accounting, tax, payroll, labor affairs, legal affairs, and secretarial services, all dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions to our clients, supporting foreign affiliated companies to enter Japanese market. Our approach is client-focused, ensuring that each service is customized to meet the specific needs of your business.

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Akiyoshi Akasaki

Managing Partner Yokohama

Tel.: +81-45-308-6561

Naoko Sato

Certified Tax Accountant Yokohama

Tel.: +81-45-308-6561

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Our Mission

Our mission is to provide comprehensive and reliable professional services that empower businesses to thrive in Japan. We combine local expertise with global knowledge, ensuring our clients receive the best possible guidance in navigating the complexities of the Japanese regulations. As well as maintaining friendly relationship with our clients, we wish to further enhance our service lineups and grow up with our clients as a one-stop service center.

Message from Partners

ECOVIS AKIA Tax Consultants was established in 2008 by 3 partners. As a small accounting firm we paid close attention to each client. Our bilingual quality service has been appreciated and our office has gradually expanded with more staff and broader lineups of services.

As well as maintaining friendly relationship with our clients, we wish to further enhance our service lineups and grow up with our clients as a one-stop service center.

How can Ecovis support you?

Get in touch with your local contact person today. Whether you’re a family business, a branch of a multinational company or a public institution, our audit, tax, consulting and legal services experts are close by and understand your needs.

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Starting a Business in Japan?: Meet Akiyoshi Akasaki, Your Local Expert

Starting a business in Japan can seem complicated, especially for foreign investors. Akiyoshi Akasaki, Managing Partner of ECOVIS AKIA Tax Consultants in Yokohama, Japan, has built his career around helping foreign-affiliated companies and multinational clients navigate Japan’s complex tax and business landscape.

VAT refund China: A paradigm shift for foreign tourists

Foreign tourists in China can receive an instant VAT refund on purchased goods at certain retail stores. With this nationwide real-time VAT refund system, the government aims to increase the attractiveness of the country for international visitors. The Ecovis experts explain the process.

14th ECOVIS Regional Partner Meeting of the APAC Region in Hong Kong

From 8–10 May, ECOVIS partners from across the Asia-Pacific region – and some from further afield – came together in Hong Kong for the 14th ECOVIS Regional Partner Meeting.