I apologize if this has been asked before. I have tried using the search bar to look for related threads, but can’t seem to find any recent ones related to my concern.
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I’ve occasionally sent remittances to extended family to help them with daily expenses, or school expenses. I recently found out that “relatives” as described in this [document](https://www.nta.go.jp/publication/pamph/gensen/gaikokugo/pdf/0022011-082_01.pdf) from NTA extend to blood relatives up to the 6th degree.
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With that in mind, I’m curious how tax deductions regarding remittance to relatives are computed. I was under the impression that it is dependent on the number of dependents that fall under the categories listed in the document that has received any remittance. And the deductions are not proportional in any way to the amount remitted?
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Is this understanding just about right? If anyone knows a lot about this, would really appreciate the help. Thank you!
by that-one-tito