What is the Forest Environment Tax? An explanation of the new tax system 'Forest Environment Tax' starting in 2024!
Starting in 2024, the "Forest Environment Tax" is a tax that taxpayers residing in Japan are obligated to pay 1,000 yen per year along with their resident tax.
Are you aware of the "Forest Environment Tax" that will be introduced in 2024? The "Forest Environment Tax" is a tax that individuals with a residence in Japan are required to pay alongside their resident tax, amounting to 1,000 yen per year. Since there are approximately 62 million taxpayers in Japan, the "Forest Environment Tax" is expected to raise about 62 billion yen annually. The taxes we pay will be distributed from the national government to municipalities and prefectures as "Forest Environment Allocation Tax" and will be used for forest management. What led to the establishment of the "Forest Environment Tax" and the "Forest Environment Allocation Tax"? You can read more at the URL below or contact us for further information.
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ELEMUS LLC is a materials innovation company based in Okazaki, Aichi, Japan, dedicated to creating a safer, more sustainable future for generations to come. Guided by our mission, “For the safety, security, and comfort of generations 100 years from now,” we combine traditional craftsmanship with advanced manufacturing technologies to develop next-generation sustainable materials. Our flagship innovation, URCYL, is a 100% natural material made exclusively from natural urushi (Japanese lacquer sap) and wood powder. Free from petroleum-based resins and synthetic adhesives, URCYL delivers exceptional strength, durability, and moldability while maintaining a low environmental footprint. It has successfully passed 2,000 cycles of commercial dishwasher testing, demonstrating performance levels suitable for demanding professional applications. URCYL is being developed for a wide range of applications, including tableware, knife handles, cosmetic containers, hotel key cards, interior products, and architectural materials. The technology is protected by patents in Japan and Europe, and ELEMUS promotes its adoption through licensing and joint development partnerships tailored to customer requirements. Through participation in international exhibitions, including Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, and overseas design events, ELEMUS is introducing innovative sustainable material solutions to global markets. By transforming underutilized natural resources into high-value products, we strive to reduce environmental impact, support circular economies, and create new opportunities for sustainable manufacturing worldwide.
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