What is Forex trading?

Forex (FX) trading involves buying and selling currency pairs to profit from exchange rate fluctuations. It operates 24 hours a day and allows trading with leverage.

How much money do I need to start Forex trading?

Most brokers allow you to start with as little as $5-$100. We recommend practicing on a demo account before trading with real money.

What is leverage in Forex?

Leverage allows you to control larger positions with a smaller deposit. For example, 1:100 leverage means $100 controls $10,000 worth of currency. Higher leverage increases both potential profits and risks.

What is a spread in Forex?

The spread is the difference between the buy (Ask) and sell (Bid) price of a currency pair. It represents the primary trading cost - tighter spreads mean lower costs.

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Forex Tax Guide for Japanese Residents

How to handle taxes on forex trading profits in Japan: reporting requirements and optimization.

Tax guide for forex trading profits in Japan.

Tax Classification

Overseas FX profits are classified as "miscellaneous income" under comprehensive taxation in Japan (not the flat 20.315% for domestic FX).

Tax Rates (progressive)

Up to ¥1.95M: 5% income tax + 10% resident tax = 15%

¥1.95M-3.3M: 10% + 10% = 20%

¥3.3M-6.95M: 20% + 10% = 30%

¥6.95M-9M: 23% + 10% = 33%

¥9M-18M: 33% + 10% = 43%

Filing Requirements

Employees: Required when annual FX profit exceeds ¥200,000

Self-employed: Required from ¥1 profit

Deductible Expenses

VPS costs, EA purchases, trading books, seminar fees, internet (proportional), computer depreciation

Filing Period: February 16 - March 15 (e-Tax available)

Haftungsausschluss: This is general information, not tax advice. Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.

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Shota Hiraishi

NEXUS Editor-in-Chief / Capital Design Holdings CEO

8 years in FX, 5 years in crypto. From construction work to financial trading, now leading AI×marketing ventures. Reviews based on real trading experience.