Estate Consulting

Funeral Support Services Co. Ltd. provides full support to families going through the death of a loved one. We have found that in our work with international repatriations and the expat community there is a need for families to rely on us for help with finalizing estates.

We have experience in dealing with all different complicated situations. We have close connections with international lawyers, notaries, real estate companies and cleaning/disposal companies.

There are many things to follow up with after the death of a family member. It can be extremely complicated especially when families are dealing with estates from overseas. We are here to help the families wade through all of the paperwork and legal issues.

Japan can be very complicated when dealing with these issues however we are able to provide a solution to those families at need.

Japanese Estate Planning & Gift and Inheritance Tax Overview

Americans and other expatriates living in Japan face a complex and onerous system of probate and some of the world’s highest inheritance tax rates.  Japanese estate planning is a complex subject that requires tailored advice for every situation. This article summarizes a few key considerations that may be helpful for families to understand as they engage with counsel for their Japanese estate and gift tax planning needs.

Estate Consultant

Thomas Y. Lu

Global Head of Tax
Leo Wealth