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Japan Approves Crypto Law; 20% Tax May Start in 2027 or 2028

Japan Approves Crypto Law; 20% Tax May Start in 2027 or 2028

Japan’s House of Councillors approved Cabinet Bill 57 to move regulated crypto under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. A 20% tax on qualifying gains will apply after the Cabinet sets an enforcement date, likely Jan. 1, 2027 or Jan. 1, 2028.