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Digital Competitions and Youth Development

Digital Competitions and Youth Development

In recent years, as the excessive use of online games and social networking services (SNS) has become a serious social issue, educational instituti...

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Management Structures and Legal Frameworks in eSports

Management Structures and Legal Frameworks in eSports

Establishment of the Professional License SystemThe Japanese eSports Union (JeSU) has established its own professional license system with the aim ...

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Current Status and Future Prospects of Introducing eSports into International Competitions

Current Status and Future Prospects of Introducing eSports into International Competitions

The Current State of eSports in the International Sports ArenaInternational sports events, such as the Olympics, represent the pinnacle of achievem...

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Formulation of Regulations and Legal Considerations in eSports Tournaments

Formulation of Regulations and Legal Considerations in eSports Tournaments

Basic Principles for Establishing Rules in eSports TournamentsIn the management of eSports tournaments, establishing appropriate regulations is one...

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Legal Considerations for Broadcasting and Streaming eSports Tournaments

Legal Considerations for Broadcasting and Streaming eSports Tournaments

Protection of Players' RightsThe image of a person is protected as a symbol of personal dignity, and individuals have the right to prevent its unau...

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The Scope of Legal Protection in the Secondary Use of Game Content

The Scope of Legal Protection in the Secondary Use of Game Content

Copyrightability of In-Game DialogueArticle 2, Paragraph 1, Item 1 of the Japanese Copyright Act defines a work as "a production in which thoughts ...

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Employment Status and Legal Protection of eSports Players

Employment Status and Legal Protection of eSports Players

In recent years, with the rapid development of the eSports industry, discussions regarding the legal status of players have intensified. eSports or...

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Practical Aspects of Rights Management and Licensing Agreements in eSports Game Development

Practical Aspects of Rights Management and Licensing Agreements in eSports Game Development

Practical Rights Management in eSports GamesWith the rapid growth of the eSports market, many game development companies are considering new entrie...

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Portrait Rights and Legal Protection in Digital Games

Portrait Rights and Legal Protection in Digital Games

Rights Management of Real-Life Individuals in Digital Game ContentPractical Approaches to Rights ManagementWhen development companies incorporate t...

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Potential Copyright Infringement in the Operation of Game Bars

Potential Copyright Infringement in the Operation of Game Bars

The Rise of Game Bars and Legal RisksIn recent years, there has been a growing trend of establishments known as "game bars," where patrons can enjo...

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Application of the Payment Services Act in Mobile Games and Practical Responses

Application of the Payment Services Act in Mobile Games and Practical Responses

Legal Obligations and Specific Procedures for BusinessesWhen in-game currency or items are considered prepaid payment instruments under the Japanes...

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Regulation of Payment Systems in Online Games under the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations

Regulation of Payment Systems in Online Games under the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and M.

With the rapid development of the online gaming industry, new forms of gacha systems and payment methods are emerging one after another. These new ...

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Transfer Restrictions and Legal Challenges for Players in eSports

Transfer Restrictions and Legal Challenges for Players in eSports

Consultation Cases and Basic Legal PerspectivesWe received a consultation from an eSports team operator regarding contractual transfer restrictions...

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Detailed Legal Analysis of Regulations Concerning eSports Competition Venues

Detailed Legal Analysis of Regulations Concerning eSports Competition Venues

With the growing popularity of eSports, the demand for hosting tournaments in various locations is increasing. Since the legal regulations applicab...

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Risk Management and Crisis Response in eSports Organizations

Risk Management and Crisis Response in eSports Organizations

Appropriate Response During Crisis SituationsWhen an issue arises within an eSports organization, the appropriateness of the initial response can s...

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Protection of Rights and Practical Management for eSports Players

Protection of Rights and Practical Management for eSports Players

Legal Interpretation of Portrait Rights and Publicity RightsProfessional athletes are granted portrait rights, which restrict unauthorized photogra...

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