収入印紙 / revenue stamp
収入印紙 (shūnyū inshi) are revenue stamps used in Japan to pay taxes on certain official documents, such as contracts and receipts. Affixed to paperwork as proof of tax payment, they function similarly to fiscal stamps in other countries. Common in business transactions, 収入印紙 are available at post offices and convenience stores, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
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