[Tokyo] Chinese person posts on social media, "Hahaha! I received 15 yen in one year in Japan" *Chofu City's price hike countermeasure subsidy of 3 yen will be paid to households exempt from resident tax

According to the Chofu City website…

Information on the FY6 Price Rise Countermeasures Grant

On November 6, 11, the government decided at a cabinet meeting to provide 22 yen per household that is exempt from resident tax (an additional 1 yen per child) as part of a "comprehensive economic measure towards the peace of mind, safety, and sustainable growth of the people." This is intended to support low-income earners affected by rising prices.

Accordingly, in light of the increased burden caused by rising prices of energy, food, etc., households whose finances have been particularly affected will be provided with 1 yen per household. In addition, an additional 3 yen will be provided per child to eligible households with children under the age of 18.

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Eligibility for eligible households

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1. Households that are registered as residents of Chofu City as of the reference date (December 6, 12) and all members of the household are exempt from resident tax for fiscal year 13 or are subject to flat-rate tax only (before the fixed-amount tax reduction).
   • You must be a registered resident of Chofu City on the reference date (December 6, 12).
   • All members of the household are exempt from resident tax for fiscal year 6 or are subject to fixed-rate tax only (before the fixed-rate tax reduction).
   • All members of the household are not dependents on other relatives who are subject to resident tax for fiscal year 6 (including blue-collar business dependents and business dependents as stipulated by the Local Tax Law).
   • There is no one in the household who has income subject to resident tax in fiscal year 6 (income from January to December 5) that has not been declared.
2. Of the households in 1, 18There are children under the age of 6 and all members of the household areHouseholds that are exempt from resident tax or are subject to flat-rate tax only (before the fixed-amount tax reduction)
   • In addition to requirement 1, there must be a child under the age of 6 as of December 12, 13.
     (Note) Born on or after April 18, 4

The following cases are not covered:.

1. Households including those who have applied for exemption from resident tax under the tax treaty
2. Households receiving the same benefit from another local government (due to differences in the base dates between local governments, this benefit is for households that have already received the same benefit (3 yen) from another local government, or households that include the head of the household)
3. (Additional allowance for children under 18) For head of household under 18
4. (Additional allowance for children under 18 years of age) Children living overseas who are not registered as residents of Chofu City as of December 6, 12

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Everyone's comments

• It would be fine if it was only coming from Chofu municipal taxes, but it's not coming from the national government, is it?
• The government is a sieve 😅
• You're crazy, Chofu!
• Are you watching, Mr. Fumio Kishida, Mr. Shigeru Ishiba? You guys are the ones destroying Japan. The Chinese are making a killing.
• It's all like this. Foreigners are getting subsidies in Japan and posting about them on social media with glee. Why is it only foreigners who have it easy in Japan?
• Is this the policy pushed by the Komeito Party?
• Limited to Japanese nationality.
• Please go ahead and expose them, fake Japanese people get more and are treated preferentially!
• Anyone who receives the 15 yen will be forced to leave the country. Please go back to your own country and live your life. Japan is choosing these people out of pity for them, as they can only live off of others. Goodbye.
• This is an annoying thing to say. If you read the original Chinese text, it doesn't say "I received 1 yen in one year in Japan," but rather "I was given 15 yen in one year after coming to Japan!"
• This is what happens when you vote for the Liberal Democrats
• Stupid administration
• It's such a terrible waste of tax money to hand it out to these people...
• Are there any countries other than Japan that give money to foreigners?
• What kind of government is giving the people's money to non-citizens?! If foreigners are exempt from tax in the first place, they should just be chased away!
• I mean, are you really that happy to receive 30,000 yen?
• In Tokyo, foreigners who start a business can get 1500 million yen without any collateral.
• That's really weird
• Are they giving them out regardless of nationality?
• Giving money to people who are not in need and instead of being grateful they are mocked, which is just as stupid as the Chinese make it out to be.
• While Japanese people are struggling, foreigners living in Japan are having a great time. They give you money and even commit crimes without being charged. If you invite a friend, they'll take care of you and you don't have to pay taxes! What's more, they even cover the nursing care of your parents, even though you don't pay taxes. It's hilarious!

JapanNewsNavi Editorial Department A's Opinion

I had very mixed feelings when I saw a report that a Chinese person had posted on social media, "Hahaha! I received 15 yen in Japan in one year." To be honest, I couldn't help but feel uncomfortable with the nerve of someone who would openly post something like that while laughing. Moreover, it's even more so when you consider that this is a grant supported by Japanese tax money.

The topic of discussion at the moment is the price hike countermeasure subsidy implemented by Chofu City, which provides 1 yen per household to households exempt from resident tax, and an additional 3 yen per child if there are children under the age of 18. This is a measure based on national policy that is common throughout the country, and is intended to support families struggling financially in response to rising energy and food prices.

I understand the purpose of the system itself. Helping people in need is a natural responsibility of the nation, and it is an important measure to support the peace of mind of society. However, when it comes to the "awareness" of those who use the system, I think it is necessary for certain standards and values ​​to be shared.

In other words, while it is fine to receive assistance when you are in need, there are serious doubts about the attitude of publicizing it as amusing or laughing at it as if you have "gotten a bargain." If this kind of attitude spreads, it will shake trust in the system itself and will have a major negative impact on the feelings of citizens who are paying their taxes diligently.

I know that Japan has designed a relatively tolerant system for foreigners. In many areas, such as medical care, education, and the public assistance system, foreigners can receive the same support as Japanese people if they meet certain conditions. However, if those who are in a position to benefit from this system view it as something to "enjoy" or "profit" from, rather than "use," then I think this will stray far from its original purpose.

In particular, the content posted on social media cannot be dismissed as mere jokes. I feel that it is frightening that the wrong message, such as "Japan is a country where you can easily get money," is spreading and distorting the purpose of the system. What's more, it's not just Japanese people who see it, but people all over the world. If that happens, it's entirely possible that more people will try to come to Japan for the same purpose in the future.

First of all, grants like this one are for families who are truly in need. It is a system that exists for people who need support in the midst of difficult daily life, such as those raising children, people with disabilities, and the elderly. The important source of funding for this is made up of taxes paid by many working people. Given that, I would like people to seriously consider how insensitive it is to casually "post something for a laugh."

I think that the government, that is, the party that designs the system, also has issues. Of course, we don't want a society that treats all foreigners with suspicion, but surely we should properly understand the confirmation of applications, the conditions for benefits, and even the actual benefits by nationality, and if necessary, review the system. If we are to promote multicultural coexistence, it is essential that we have an attitude of asking "responsibility" and "courtesy" from those who coexist with us.

Furthermore, if the way these systems are being used becomes widely known among Japanese people, it could actually create division within the country. If more people feel that "we are working hard and paying taxes, but we don't know where or how our money is being used," distrust of the system will grow. This could lead to suspicion being cast on those who truly need assistance.

Again, I am not against all support for foreigners. However, it goes without saying that those receiving support should also act responsibly. And it is the government's responsibility to explain how the taxes paid by hard-working Japanese people are being used.

In the future, as prices continue to rise and energy insecurity continues, this type of benefit system will become even more important. For this reason, when operating the system, we must not lose sight of the question, "Is the benefit reaching those who really need it appropriately?" We also want users to have an attitude of "thankfulness to receive it." Otherwise, the system itself will not continue.

I sincerely hope that Japan's social security system will continue to be fair and trustworthy. To that end, I strongly feel that society as a whole needs to reexamine the system so that inappropriate use and behavior by a few does not damage the trust of the whole.

Written by: Editorial Department A