Indian Software Engineers in Japan Share Salary and Tax Details in Viral Video

A viral video featuring two Bengaluru software engineers in Japan reveals that entry-level tech salaries start at around 3 million yen (approximately ₹17 lakh), rising to 4.5–5 million yen (about ₹30 lakh) after a few years. Despite these figures, the engineers report paying close to ₹3 lakh annually in taxes, highlighting the impact of taxation on take-home pay. The video sparked mixed reactions online regarding the financial and lifestyle realities of working in Japan.