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Lesotho vs Japan
Tax Rate Comparison

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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lesotho
vs
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan
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Individual Income Tax (Top Marginal Rate)
Top Income Tax Rate
0โ€“35%
No change
5โ€“45%
Basic deduction increase for low earners
No change
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
VAT / GST / Sales Tax
15%
No change
8โ€“10%
No rate change; digital services tax under review
No change
Corporate Tax Rate
Corporate Tax Rate
25%
No change
~30.62%
Global Minimum Tax applies to large MNCs
No change
Capital Gains Tax
Capital Gains Tax
Taxed as income
No change
20.315%
Expanded NISA (tax-free investment) ongoing
No change
Social Security & Payroll
Social Security / Payroll
N/A
No change
~28.5%
Coverage expansion to part-time workers ongoing
No change
State, Regional & Local Taxes

๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lesotho โ€” Lesotho Tax System

Lesotho is a landlocked enclave within South Africa with progressive income tax up to 35%. VAT is 15%. The country's economy is closely tied to South Africa โ€” customs revenues from SACU (Southern African Customs Union) provide a major share of government income. Textile exports (especially to the US under AGOA) and diamond mining are key sectors. Water royalties from the Lesotho Highlands Water Project also contribute.

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan โ€” Prefectural & Municipal Inhabitant Tax

Japan's 47 prefectures levy inhabitant tax (ไฝๆฐ‘็จŽ) at a flat 10% on top of national income tax โ€” 4% prefectural + 6% municipal. A reconstruction special income tax of 2.1% of national tax applies through 2037. Property acquisition tax and fixed asset tax (1.4% of assessed value) are levied locally. Large cities impose additional taxes on large businesses.

โš ๏ธ Disclaimer: Rates shown are standard top/headline rates for informational purposes. Actual tax liability depends on income level, residency, deductions, and tax treaties. 2025โ€“2026 data reflects announced or enacted rates and may be subject to change. Not financial or legal advice.

Lesotho vs Japan: Key Tax Differences (2026)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Income Tax: ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan has a higher top income tax rate (0โ€“35% vs 5โ€“45%). ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lesotho is more favourable for high earners.

๐Ÿ›’ VAT/Sales Tax: Lesotho has a higher consumption tax (15% vs 8โ€“10%).

๐Ÿข Corporate Tax: ๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lesotho offers a lower corporate rate (25% vs 30.62%), which can influence business location decisions.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Capital Gains: ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Japan taxes investment gains at a lower rate (20.315% vs 25%), benefiting investors.

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