Market Trends in eSports and Its Establishment as a Competitive Sport
Development Status as a Competitive SportThe global eSports player base is estimated to exceed 100 million, which is comparable in scale to soccer ...
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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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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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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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Protection of Esports Team Identifiers through Intellectual Property Rights
Ensuring the Effectiveness of Identifying Mark ProtectionThe protection of identifying marks in the eSports industry is becoming increasingly impor...
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Practical Legal Protections for Minors Using Online Games
In recent years, the protection of minors in transactions within online games has become increasingly important in the digital environment. Partic...
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Legal Responses to Cheating in eSports
Basic ApproachUnfair manipulation that undermines the fairness of competition disrupts the healthy operation of games and significantly diminishes ...
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Legal Considerations of Sanctions in eSports Organizations
IntroductionIn recent years, the rapid development of the eSports industry has heightened the importance of implementing sanctions to maintain the ...
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Understanding the Background of the U.S. 'Super 301' Provision Japanese Companies Should Know
The United States, one of Japan's main trading partners, has a history of implementing trade sanctions against Japan by enacting Section 301 of the...
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How Are Copyrights Protected Abroad? An Explanation of Two International Treaties
Even if you have knowledge of copyright laws within Japan, the approach to copyright overseas can significantly differ. Since "Copyright Law" varie...
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Is It Permissible to Withhold Full Severance Pay Due to Disciplinary Dismissal? Explaining the S.
Can a company completely withhold severance pay if an employee commits a serious act of betrayal and is subsequently dismissed for misconduct?On Ma...
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Explaining the Revised Rules for Clarifying Employment Conditions through the Notification of Em.
In recent years, a variety of work styles have become more accepted. However, Japan is experiencing a rising trend in labor issues, such as the mas...
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Real Estate Purchases in Japan and Services as an Escrow Agent by a Law Firm
When purchasing real estate within Japan, it is crucial to understand the unique Japanese real estate registration system. This system provides leg...
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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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