When There Is No Will: Who Makes the Decisions?
Discover what happens when there is no will. Compare Japanese and U.S. inheritance procedures and learn why estate planning matters for international families.
Cross-Border Inheritance: Why One Country's Law Isn't the Whole Story
Learn how cross-border inheritance works for Americans living in Japan. Understand Article 36, renvoi (反致), why Japanese and U.S. assets follow different legal procedures, and why inheritance law differs from inheritance tax.