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Statutory audits
As a member firm of Grant Thornton International (GTIL), we provide international-standard audit & assurance services. We perform audit services effectively and efficiently by utilising our global audit methodologyo deliver consistent audit services globally and the integrated audit tool (Leap) to maintain audit quality and improve audit efficiency. Also our audit services are regularly reviewed by GTIL review team, thereby allowing us to further improve our audit quality.
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IPO voluntary audits
Grant Thornton Taiyo LLC provides audits for preparing for public offering, based on its extensive experience, to many companies aiming to go public.
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Other voluntary audits
Grant Thornton Taiyo LLC provides various types of discretionary audits based on the request of management.
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Information security audit
We verify and evaluate the state of appropriate controls based on information security risk assessments, and provide accurate advice to help improve information security.
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Business Tax Services
Growing businesses need strong tax management to meet current and future tax liabilities and we can help you achieve this, whatever challenges you face.
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Private Client Consulting
Private Client Consulting team provides a comprehensive cross section of advisory services to high net worth individuals and corporate executives, allowing such individuals to concentrate on their business interests.
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International Tax Services
In an ever-increasing environment of global competition, businesses must now cope with not only the complexity of different global operating environments, but also with global tax, legislative and corporate regulatory requirements.
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Transaction Tax
Our collaborative approach creates dynamic teams with a range of financial, commercial and operational backgrounds. We can help you understand the value drivers behind successful transactions. We support you throughout the transaction process helping achieve the best possible outcome at the point of the transaction and in the longer term.
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Human Capital
With expertise in visa, payroll, human capital and income tax, we adopt a multi-disciplinary and global approach to provide comprehensive solutions to businesses' most valuable asset-people.
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Corporate Finance
Growing your business profitably against a tough economic backdrop is challenging and correctly evaluating and delivering transactions is a key part of a company’s growth strategy.
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IPO Consulting
From business incubation to public stock offering, we offer a wide range of support programsservices for every stage of business development.
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International financial reporting standards (IFRS)
Our IFRS advisers can help you navigate the complexity of the Standards so you can focus your time and effort on running your business.
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Reorganizations
Grant Thornton Taiyo Inc. provides total support for corporate restructuring; aimed atto responding to dramatic changes in the management environment.
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Corporate governance and risk management
Helping you balance risk and opportunity
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Forensic and investigation services
Rapid and customised approach to investigations and dispute resolution
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Market research
Growing your business profitably against a tough economic backdrop is challenging and correctly evaluating and delivering transactions is a key part of a company’s growth strategy.
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Strategy
We can support you throughout the transaction process – helping achieve the best possible outcome at the point of the transaction and in the longer term..
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China Business and Tax Advisory Services
We take the worry out of doing business in China, working closely with Grant Thornton member firms and other professional accounting firms in China.
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Business Process Re-engineering
Growing your business profitably against a tough economic backdrop is challenging and correctly evaluating and delivering transactions is a key part of a company’s growth strategy.
The Japanese property market has seen unprecedented levels of interest from both resident and non-resident investors in recent years, underpinned by strong growth in J-REITS and private offerings of real estate funds. Grant Thornton Taiyo Tax Corporation’s Real Estate Services team is experienced in providing domestic and cross-border advisory, transaction and tax support to investors of all shapes and sizes.
Grant Thornton Taiyo Tax Corporation provides the following services:
- Real Estate Structuring advice
- Preparation of tax opinion memorandums
- Preparation of agreements and other relevant documents
- Exit strategy planning
- Tax and accounting advisory services
- Advising on withholding and consumption tax implications
- Corporate, individual and consumption tax return filing
- Inheritance tax planning
- Valuation of real estate projects and holding companies
- Liaison with external professionals as required
Resident or non-resident; individual or corporate property; partnership or property trust investors
The structure used to hold the Japanese real estate will impact on the tax planning opportunities available and the level of tax compliance required. Our team is able to put in place the most tax efficient structure to suit your needs, whether it be asset protection, capital growth or a steady income stream. Our extensive international network allows us to provide advice on the repatriation of property investment income from Japan to almost any jurisdiction in the world.
Withholding and consumption tax
Japan source income repatriated overseas is generally subject to withholding tax, however this may be reduced depending on the classification of the income and the location of the recipient. Japanese consumption tax implications may arise on acquisition and / or rental depending on whether the property is commercial or residential. Planning opportunities may also be available.
Inheritance tax
The transfer of assets located in Japan on death will be subject to Japanese IHT. Therefore, for both residents and non-residents it is essential Japan inheritance tax is planned for. With careful planning, our experienced team will also ensure the most important people in your life see as much from your investment as they can.
Overseas Real Estate Investment
Japanese investors have long held an interest in offshore property investment. Our team is experienced in the outbound issues relevant to such investments and, along with Grant Thornton International’s global network, is able to provide investors with a complete advisory and support package.
Approached with the right structuring advice and support, Japan can be a very attractive location for overseas investors. To maximise opportunities from investing in Japan property, it is vital that investors consider as early as possible, both tax planning opportunities and specific tax obligations their investment in Japan real estate presents.