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Japan Mandates Digital Invoice System Compliance by October 2026

The National Tax Agency has announced that all businesses with annual revenue exceeding ¥10 million must implement qualified invoice-issuing systems by October 2026. This extends the existing invoice system requirements and adds new digital compliance standards for B2B transactions.

Why It Matters: Non-compliance will result in loss of consumption tax credits for business customers
What To Do: Audit current invoicing processes and identify gaps in qualified invoice compliance
National Tax AgencyJan 12, 2026
Cashless Payments Reach 45% of Consumer Transactions in Japan

METI reports that cashless payment adoption in Japan has reached 45.2% of consumer transactions in 2025, surpassing government targets. QR code payments led growth, with credit cards and electronic money also showing strong gains. The ministry projects 50% adoption by the end of 2026.

Why It Matters: Businesses without cashless payment options risk losing customers to competitors
What To Do: Ensure your POS system supports all major cashless payment methods including QR codes
Ministry of Economy, Trade and IndustryJan 5, 2026
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