Machi no Kurashi Support Navi
− About Machi no Kurashi Support Navi −
Machi no Kurashi Support Navi is a site which provides useful information to people living in the town of Takahata and surrounding municipalities.
At the Town Hall and the International Exchange Association of Takahata, we distribute free cards and magnets that allow you to easily access this site.
If there is any more information you'd like to see on the site, please let us know. It will help us make the website more useful to you and others.
− Contact Information −
≪plaza@town.takahata.yamagata.jp≫
・Please enter your name, email address, phone number (optional), and inquiry
・Reception Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 pm (weekdays only)
・Any personal information you share with us will not be provided to a third party without your consent, and will not be used for any purpose other than handling your inquiry.
Moving
Payments to the Town
Emergencies
Notices
(Other Sites)
Moving
Certain procedures are required when you change your addresses. Please see the Immigration Services Agency of Japan website for details.
Payments to the Town
There are payments which all residents make to the town.
Resident Tax: This tax includes the expenses required for administrative services for residents provided by the local government and the Prefecture, and is to be paid according to an individual's income. The sum of municipal and prefectural taxes is collected as resident tax. Those who maintain an address in this town as of January 1 must pay this tax.
Property Tax: Property tax is paid every year on January 1 (base date of assessment) by those who own land, houses, and depreciable assets (collectively referred to as "fixed assets"). The amount of tax is calculated based on the price of these fixed assets and paid to the municipality in which they are located.
National Health Insurance Tax: A medical insurance which is required to receive medical services at hospitals. This health insurance scheme is managed by prefectures and municipalities. Insurance tax is calculated based on the income of individuals and the household, and is paid by the head of household. Those enrolled in Social Insurance, etc. are not taxed.
Light Vehicle Tax: A tax paid by those who own motorized bicycles, light cars, etc. as of April 1st every year. The tax amount is determined by the type and model year of the vehicle.
Water & Sewage Fees: In addition to the basic charge regardless of whether water is used, there is also a charge which depends on the amount used.
| Type | Notice Period | Number of Payments | Payment Locations | Payment Methods | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Tax | |||||
| Normal Collection | Mid-June | 4 times | Financial institutions, convenience stores, government office accounting counters | Cash, direct debit, PayPay | End of June, August, October, and December |
| Special Collection | Mid-May | 12 times | Payroll deduction by company, etc. | Payroll deduction by company, etc. | June - May |
| Property Tax | Mid-May | 4 times * | Financial institutions, convenience stores, government office accounting counters | Cash, direct debit, PayPay | May 15-31, July 15-31, September 15-30, November 15-30 |
| National Health Insurance Tax | Mid-July, or the month following the month of registration | 8 times | Financial institutions, convenience stores, government office accounting counters | Cash, Direct Debit, PayPay | July - end of February |
| Light Vehicle Tax | Mid-April | Once | Financial institutions, convenience stores, government office accounting counters | Cash, direct debit, PayPay | End of April |
| Water & Sewage Fees | |||||
| Via Payment Slip | Mid-month | Once a month | Financial institutions, convenience stores, government office accounting counters | Cash, electronic money ** | As a general rule, the last day of every month |
| Via Direct Debit | No notice | Once a month | 26th of every month (if closed, next business day) |
* Once if the amount of tax is less than 4,000 yen
* 2 Not all forms of electronic payment are supported. Please contact the Water and Sewage Department for more details.
*** If you receive a notice that you do not understand, please contact your employer.
Emergencies
The fire department accepts reports 24 hours a day, and has both fire trucks and ambulances. To make a call from a pay phone, press the red emergency call button and then dial 119. (The same applies to 110.) Please see the Fire and Disaster Management Agency website for specific examples of conversation.
https://www.fdma.go.jp/publication/portal/post1.html
Notices (Other Sites)
Safety Tips: An application that notifies you with early warnings for earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, special weather reports, civil protection information, evacuation advisories, etc. in Japan. Search for "Safety Tips" in the App Store or Google Play, download, and install.
Voice Tra: A voice translation app for travel-based conversation which translates what you say into different languages. Search for "Voice Tra" in the App Store or Google Play, download, and install.
JAPAN the Official: You can search for medical institutions that provide support to foreigners.
https://www.jnto.go.jp/emergency/jpn/mi_guide.html
Yamagata Prefecture Comprehensive Consultation for Foreigners One-Stop Center: Consultation desks for foreigners as well as companies.
