Key Points
- Deadline: 3 months from learning of inheritance
- Filed at family court of deceased's last residence
- Cannot be revoked once accepted
- Touching estate assets may constitute acceptance, preventing renunciation
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Inheritance Renunciation in Japan: Complete Guide
Key Takeaways
- ✓The deadline is 3 months from learning of the inheritance
- ✓Touching estate assets may prevent renunciation
- ✓Once accepted by the court, renunciation generally cannot be revoked
- ✓An extension can be requested if the deadline cannot be met
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