Giving to Sophia can bring several tax benefits as below.

Individual income tax deduction

Giving to Sophia is eligible for tax benefits in Japan. Individuals can choose either tax deduction or tax credit when filing tax returns.

Individual inhabitant tax deduction

Donors having their residential address in Tokyo or Kanagawa-prefecture can claim inhabitant tax deduction when filing tax returns.

Corporate income tax deduction

Corporate donors are eligible for tax benefits in Japan. For details, you should ask your accountant.

Notice

Please be advised that any donations made to schools operated by Sophia School Corporation—whether by the applicant, their children, or related parties— between the start date of accepting the entrance application and the end of the calendar year in which enrollment is scheduled may be regarded as “donations related to admission.” Accordingly, such donations may not be eligible for preferential tax treatment. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.