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Removal of 2channel, 5channel and Copy Sites, Summary Sites

Removal of 2channel, 5channel and Copy Sites, Summary Sites

The largest anonymous bulletin board in Japan, known as "2channel," has now changed its name to "5channel." However, confusingly, there is also a s...

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Infringement of Privacy Through Google Map's Street View

Infringement of Privacy Through Google Map's Street View

Google Maps' Street View, which allows you to see the scenery along roads in countries around the world, is a popular feature that offers various w...

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Is Using Images of Buildings a Legal Violation? Understanding Copyright and Trademark Rights

Is Using Images of Buildings a Legal Violation? Understanding Copyright and Trademark Rights

Photographs, movies, animations, games, VR (Virtual Reality), AR (Augmented Reality), and merchandise are just a few of the many ways in which arch...

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Can Copyrights Be Granted to Ideas? The Boundary Between Expression and Idea

Can Copyrights Be Granted to Ideas? The Boundary Between Expression and Idea

Copyright is a right to protect creative works. According to the Japanese Copyright Law, it is defined as:"An expression of thoughts or feelings th...

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Explaining the Laws that Related Ventures Should Understand with the Lifting of Restrictions on Level 4 Drone Flights

Explaining the Laws that Related Ventures Should Understand with the Lifting of Restrictions on .

In 2022 (Reiwa 4), amendments to the Japanese Aviation Law were made in preparation for Level 4 drone flights, significantly expanding the potentia...

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Breaking News: The Japanese Personal Information Protection Commission Orders the Operator of 'Bankruptcy Map' to Cease Operations

Breaking News: The Japanese Personal Information Protection Commission Orders the Operator of 'B.

On November 2, 2022, the Japanese Personal Information Protection Commission issued a cease and desist order to the operator of the "Bankruptcy Map...

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Contents of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law Amendment in Reiwa 1st Year (2019) ~The Future of Pharmacies and Pharmacists, and the System of Administrative Monetary Penalties~

Contents of the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law Amendment in Reiwa 1st Year (2019) ~The Future of Pha.

The revised Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act, which was promulgated on December 4th of Reiwa 1 (2019) and is scheduled to be implemented in st...

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Points to Note When Ordering the Production of Hospital Reservation Sites and Referral Media Sites

Points to Note When Ordering the Production of Hospital Reservation Sites and Referral Media Sit.

There may be cases where hospitals and clinics consider setting up and operating a media site aimed at directing traffic to their own dedicated res...

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Promoting Data Utilization with the Establishment of 'Pseudonym Processed Information' and Other Amendments to the Japanese Personal Information Protection Law in Reiwa 4 (2022)

Promoting Data Utilization with the Establishment of 'Pseudonym Processed Information' and Other.

The laws regarding the handling of personal information are frequently amended and evolve to suit the times. It is essential for businesses handlin...

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What is the Surcharge System under the 'Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act'? Explanation of Targeted Actions and Cases for Reduction or Exemption

What is the Surcharge System under the 'Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act'? Explana.

Under the Japanese Pharmaceutical Affairs Law, false and exaggerated advertising of products such as pharmaceuticals and cosmetics is prohibited. I...

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Cancellation of Applications in E-commerce by Minors

Cancellation of Applications in E-commerce by Minors

How is it determined when a minor, who is the applicant in an e-commerce transaction, claims cancellation?Regarding the contract application by a m...

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Breaking News: The Outcome of the 'Slow Commentary' Trademark Controversy - Dwango Releases Notice of Rejection Reasons

Breaking News: The Outcome of the 'Slow Commentary' Trademark Controversy - Dwango Releases Noti.

In 2022, there was a controversy when a third party applied for trademark registration of "Yukkuri Chaban Play", a category of derivative works rel...

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Should All Videos Be Deleted When a Couple YouTuber Breaks Up? Points to Decide While Things Are Still Amicable

Should All Videos Be Deleted When a Couple YouTuber Breaks Up? Points to Decide While Things Are.

So-called "Couple YouTubers," who create videos as boyfriends, girlfriends, or spouses, are highly popular as a genre on YouTube.However, once a Yo...

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Regulations on Advertising Medical Devices: What is the Japanese Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act?

Regulations on Advertising Medical Devices: What is the Japanese Pharmaceuticals and Medical Dev.

There are various types of medical devices. Some of these can have a significant impact on our bodies and health.If inappropriate advertisements fo...

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Explaining the Key Points of the Amended 'Japanese Whistleblower Protection Act': What Measures Should Businesses Take?

Explaining the Key Points of the Amended 'Japanese Whistleblower Protection Act': What Measures .

The Japanese Whistleblower Protection Act was amended in 2020 and came into effect on June 1, 2022. This amendment imposed obligations on businesse...

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What are the Prohibited Expressions in Supplement Advertisements? Explaining Three Japanese Laws that Require Attention

What are the Prohibited Expressions in Supplement Advertisements? Explaining Three Japanese Laws.

Supplements, which started as "auxiliary foods" to replenish nutrients that tend to be lacking in daily meals, are now being sold in various forms ...

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