JP

Your Trusted
Tax Advisor in
Kyushu — with
Big 4 Expertise

With over 15 years of experience at PwC
Tax Japan — including serving as Director
and one of the founding members of its
Kyushu office —

Our Philosophy

Integrity. Expertise. Partnership.

At Shunpei Murai Tax Accountant Office, we believe that trust is built through professionalism and transparency.
Having led complex tax engagements as a Director at PwC Tax Japan, Shunpei Murai brings deep expertise in corporate, group, and international taxation to every client relationship.

Kyushu is now at a turning point. Major investments such as TSMC’s entry into Kumamoto have positioned the region as a new hub for high-tech manufacturing and global business.
We help foreign companies navigate Japan’s complex tax landscape — from initial investment and incorporation through ongoing compliance and strategic tax planning — so you can expand confidently and operate efficiently in this growing market.

Our commitment is to serve as your trusted partner in Japan, delivering clarity, reliability, and long-term value.

Our Service

  • Service.1Tax Advisory

    Comprehensive, ongoing tax advice tailored to your organization’s operations in Japan.
    We assist with strategic tax planning, risk assessment, and communication with tax authorities.
    Our services also include bookkeeping and monthly accounting reviews, ensuring smooth coordination between headquarters and local entities.

  • Service.2Tax Compliance

    Preparation and review of Japanese corporate, consumption, and local tax returns in full alignment with domestic laws and global standards.
    We deliver precise, timely filings and help you maintain consistent compliance across your Japanese operations.

  • Service.3Tax Audit Support

    End-to-end support before, during, and after tax audits.
    We identify potential issues in advance, manage audit discussions, and negotiate effectively with the authorities to protect your interests and minimize business disruption.

  • Service.4Corporate Reorganization & Group Tax Consolidation

    Advisory services for mergers, demergers, share transfers, and other corporate reorganizations, along with full support for Japan’s Group Tax Consolidation Regime, including implementation, intra-group tax allocation, and subsidiary management. Our approach ensures post-reorganization tax efficiency and compliance across the corporate group.

  • Service.5 M&A Tax Support(Due Diligence & Structuring)

    Specialized support for M&A transactions, including tax due diligence and structuring. We identify potential risks, propose tax-efficient structures, and collaborate with legal and accounting teams to ensure seamless execution. Our experience includes advising both inbound and domestic acquisitions.

  • Service.6International Tax Advisory

    Expert support on transfer pricing, CFC(Controlled Foreign Company) rules, BEPS compliance, and cross-border entry or exit strategies.
    Leveraging the practical experience gained through years at PwC, we help multinational clients align Japanese operations with global tax policies.

  • Service.7Electronic Book Preservation Act Consulting

    Comprehensive consulting for compliance with Japan’s Electronic Book Preservation Act. We assist in requirement assessment, system implementation, and the adoption of scanner storage systems to promote full paperless operations. Our goal is to help you achieve digital compliance while improving operational efficiency.

Representative Profile

村井 俊平　税理士

Certified Tax Accountant Shunpei Murai,

Registration No. 135679

Career Summary

  1. PwC Tax Japan, Tokyo Office (2007–2013)

    Engaged in corporate tax compliance, restructuring, and international taxation for listed Japanese and foreign-affiliated companies.

  2. German Investment Bank, Philippine Office (2013–2014)

    Responsible for back-office operations related to foreign exchange transactions.

  3. Japanese Media Company (2015–2016)

    Involved in accounting and financial reporting operations.

  4. PwC Tax Japan, Fukuoka Office (2017–2025) — Director

    Founding member of PwC’s Fukuoka office.
    As the only resident tax manager in Kyushu, led engagements in corporate tax compliance, group tax consolidation, and international tax advisory for major corporations and foreign investors expanding into Kyushu and Western Japan.

  5. Established Shunpei Murai Tax Accountant Office in 2025

    The firm provides tax and advisory services based on Big Four experience, focusing on supporting global companies establishing operations in Kyushu and across Japan.

Office Information

Office Name
Shunpei Murai Tax Accountant Office
Address
Aqua Hakata 5F,
5-3-8 Nakasu, Hakata-ku,
Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 810-0801,
Japan
Access

・2-minute walk from Nakasu-Kawabata Station (Exit 2)

・4-minute walk from Tenjin Station (Exit 16)

Business Hours
Weekdays　9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

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