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My name is Makoto Shimizusako, and I am a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Public Tax Accountant.

I have over 10 years of experience in international tax advisory services at a major tax firm, where I have seen firsthand the increasing complexity and sophistication of the global tax environment surrounding our clients.

During an international assignment at an overseas tax firm, I encountered various challenges, not only due to language barriers but also the difficulties arising from cross-cultural differences and the variation in tax administration, such as the aggressiveness of tax audits in different countries.

Through these experiences and conversations with non-Japanese clients and local professionals abroad, I developed a deeper understanding of cultural differences and a sense of empathy for people from diverse backgrounds.

A few years after return to Japan I found Fumito Tanaka (CEO) who I worked together during my international secondment, was seeking partners who could address the growing challenges of tax globalization and complexity, and I decided to join JTA Tax Corporation, inspired with his philosophy.

I am committed to focus on understanding our clients’ business issues through proactive and close communication when we provide our tax services to our clients who needs navigation in the increasingly complex tax environment.