IP-Related Laws and Regulations
This section provides information on the major laws and regulations related to intellectual property rights in Japan.
Japan Establishes “J-CFIUS” — 2026 FEFTA Amendment Overhauls Foreign Investment Screening
Japan's revised Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act, enacted on May 29, 2026, establishes a cross-ministerial foreign investment review body modeled on the U.S. CFIUS. Key reforms include screening of indirect shareholdings, expanded definitions of “foreign investors” targeting state-linked entities, mandatory risk mitigation pledges, post-hoc review powers over non-designated sectors, and enhanced investigative authority extending to third parties such as banks and law firms.
IP-Related Case Law
This section provides information on case law related to intellectual property rights in Japan.