• Whistleblower Protection Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Guidelines for Business Operators Regarding the Establishment, Maintenance and Operation of Internal Reporting Systems Based on the Whistleblower Protection Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Guidelines for National Administrative Organs' Handling of Report Based on the Whistleblower Protection Act (Report from External Workers and Others) (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Guidelines for Local Governments' Handling of Report Based on the Whistleblower Protection Act (Report from Internal Personnel and Others) (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Guidelines for Local Governments' Handling of Report Based on the Whistleblower Protection Act (Report from External Workers and Others) (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Guidelines for National Administrative Organs' Handling of Report Based on the Whistleblower Protection Act (Report from Internal Personnel and Others) (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 14, 2019)

• Cabinet Office Order on Audit Certification of Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 13, 2019)

• Cabinet Office Order on the System for Ensuring the Adequacy of Documents on Financial Calculation and Other Information has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 13, 2019)

• Insurance Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 13, 2019)

• Environmental Impact Assessment Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2019)

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• Cabinet Order for Enforcement of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2019)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2019)

• The Basic Matters relating to the Guidelines etc. to be Established by the Competent Minister in Accordance with the Provisions of the Environmental Impact Assessment Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2019)

• Enforcement Order of the Act on Book-Entry Transfer of Corporate Bonds and Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 22, 2019)

• Act on Book-Entry Transfer of Corporate Bonds and Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 22, 2019)

• Act on Rational Use and Appropriate Management of Fluorocarbons has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 22, 2019)

• Act on Special Measures Concerning Procurement of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources by Electricity Utilities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 25, 2018)

• Act on Strengthening a Framework for Regional Growth and Development by Promoting Regional Economy Advancement Projects has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 25, 2018)

• Comprehensive Legal Support Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 25, 2018)

• Act on Preventing Environmental Pollution of Mercury has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 19, 2018)

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• Consumer Contract Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 19, 2018)

• Regulation for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 18, 2018)

• Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 18, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 18, 2018)

• Enforcement Regulation of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 18, 2018)

• Public Notice of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries No. 857 of 2005 (the person whom the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries designates under Article 3, item (i) of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals)
  Law number: Public Notice has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 18, 2018)

• Court Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 14, 2018)

• Money Lending Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Money Lending Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Money Lending Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

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• Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2018)

• Support Standards for the Fund Corporation for the Overseas Development of Japan's ICT and Postal Services has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 28, 2018)

• Act on the Fund Corporation for the Overseas Development of Japan's ICT and Postal Services has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 28, 2018)

• Rules of Domestic Relations Case Procedure has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 28, 2018)

• Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 21, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 21, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 21, 2018)

• Climate Change Adaptation Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 21, 2018)

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• Companies Act (Part V, Part VI, Part VII and Part VIII) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Companies Act (Part I, Part II, Part III and Part IV) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Radio Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Order on Special Measures for the Protection of Policyholders has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 14, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations Act has been replaced with the finalized translation(November 9, 2018)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations has been replaced with the finalized translation(November 9, 2018)

• Act on General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations has been replaced with the finalized translation(November 9, 2018)

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• Act on the Prevention of Adverse Ecological Impacts Caused by Designated Invasive Alien Species (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 26, 2018)

• Pardons Act has been replaced with the finalized translation(October 26, 2018)

• Ordinance for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 25, 2018)

• Basic Act on Consumer Policies has been replaced with the finalized translation(October 24, 2018)

• Inns and Hotels Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 24, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 18, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 18, 2018)

• Act on the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, National Research and Development Agency has been replaced with the finalized translation(October 18, 2018)

• Act on National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan has been replaced with the finalized translation(October 18, 2018)

• Climate Change Adaptation Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 5, 2018)

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• Commodity Derivatives Transaction Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 27, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Business　has been replaced with the finalized translation(September 27, 2018)

• Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Business has been replaced with the finalized translation(September 27, 2018)

• Act on the Promotion of Female Participation and Career Advancement in the Workplace has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 27, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Prepaid Payment Instruments (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 27, 2018)

• Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 26, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Protection of Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 25, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Protection of Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs has been replaced with the finalized translation(September 25, 2018)

• Act on Protection of Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 25, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Funds Transfer Service Providers (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 20, 2018)

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• Order for Enforcement of the Payment Services Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 20, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Banking Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 20, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Banking Act (Tentative translation)has been released.(September 20, 2018)

• Basic Act on the Formation of an Advanced Information and Telecommunications Network Society (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 20, 2018)

• Electronically Recorded Monetary Claims Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 19, 2018)

• Cropland Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 19, 2018)

• Port and Harbor Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 19, 2018)

• Guidelines for Protection of Personal Information in the Finance Sector (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Virtual Currency Exchange Service Providers (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2018)

• Regulation on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Consolidated Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 7, 2018)

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• Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 7, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of Material Information under Chapter II-6 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on the Provision and Publication of Information on Securities (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of Corporate Affairs (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Financial Instruments Business, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Banking Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Agricultural Competitiveness Enhancement Support Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Act on Japanese Agricultural Standards (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Basic Act on Dietary Education (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

• Act on Proper Management and Promotion of Use of Livestock Manure (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 3, 2018)

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• Act on the Regulation of Extraction of Groundwater for Use in Buildings has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 3, 2018)

• Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Consolidated Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Regulation on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Consolidated Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Act on the Prevention of Spousal Violence and the Protection of Victims has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Act on the Protection of Personal Information Held by Administrative Organs has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Sale, etc. of Financial Instruments (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Act on Sales, etc. of Financial Instruments (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Certified Public Accountants Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

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• Order for Enforcement of the Certified Public Accountants Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Certified Public Accountants Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Certified Public Accountants Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part II Chapter VI through Part V (Tentative translation))has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part I through Part II Chapter V (Tentative translation)) has been released.(August 27, 2018)

• Electrical Appliances and Apparatus Quality Labeling Regulation has been released.(August 22, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 17, 2018)

• Trust Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 17, 2018)

• Public Records and Archives Management Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 17, 2018)

• Act on Promotion of Gender Equality in the Political Field (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 17, 2018)

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• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Securing Compensation for Automobile Accidents has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Securing Compensation for Automobile Accidents has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Act on Securing Compensation for Automobile Accidents has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Criteria for Payment of Insurance Proceeds　and Damages through Automobile Liability Insurance and Payment of Mutual Insurance Proceeds　and Damages　through Mutual Automobile Liability Insurance has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 8, 2018)

• Penal Code (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 3, 2018)

• Act on Costs of Civil Procedure (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 30, 2018)

• Act on Regulations for Emissions from Non-Road Vehicles has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 30, 2018)

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• Patent Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Act on Special Measures for the Reorganization Proceedings of Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Act on Payment of Damage Recovery Benefits from Funds in Deposit Accounts Used for Crime has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Listed Share Certificates by Issuers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Share Certificates by Persons Other Than Issuers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of Information on Issuers of Foreign Government Bonds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Income Tax Act (Provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Act on General Rules for National Taxes (Extract) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

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• Order for the Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2018)

• Act on Medical Care for Patients with Intractable/Rare Diseases (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 13, 2018)

• Regulation on Commercial Registration (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 13, 2018)

• Regulation on Accounting of Companies (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Companies Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2018)

• Basic Consumer Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 28, 2018)

• Electricity Business Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 27, 2018)

• Ministerial Order on Guardianship Registration, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 27, 2018)

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• Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of Information on Regulated Securities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 27, 2018)

• Act on Protection of Depositors from Unauthorized ATM Withdrawals Using Counterfeit or Stolen Cards, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2018)

• Plastic Goods Quality Labeling Regulation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2018)

• Miscellaneous Manufactured Goods Quality Labeling Regulation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2018)

• Textile Goods Quality Labeling Regulation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2018)

• Compulsory Purchase of Land Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 31, 2018)

• Act on the Promotion of Human Rights Education and Human Rights Awareness-Raising has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 30, 2018)

• Civil Rehabilitation Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 29, 2018)

• Order for Notary Fees has been released.(May 29, 2018)

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• Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Exercise of the Sovereign Right for Fishery, etc. in the Exclusive Economic Zone (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Exercise of the Sovereign Right for Fishery, etc. in the Exclusive Economic Zone (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• Act on the Exercise of the Sovereign Right for Fishery, etc. in the Exclusive Economic Zone (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• Rule for enforcement of the disaster countermeasures basic act (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• Order for enforcement of the disaster countermeasures basic act(Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• DISASTER COUNTERMEASURES BASIC ACT (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 24, 2018)

• Ordinance to Specify the Matters Serving As the Standards of Judgement for Ensuring the Use of Legally Harvested Wood by Wood-Related Business Operators (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Basic Policy for Promoting the Distribution and Use of Legally Harvested Wood (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Promoting the Distribution and Use of Legally Harvested Wood (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Act on Promoting the Distribution and Use of Legally Harvested Wood (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

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• Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries public notice No. 857 of 2005 (the person whom the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries designate of Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals Article 3 item (i)) (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 17, 2018)

• Cabinet Office Order on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Act on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Loan Trust Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Payment Services Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Order on Authorized Specified Insurers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

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• Order for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 17, 2018)

• Act on Fortifying the Foundation for Regional Growth and Development by Promoting Regional Economy Advancement Projects (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Act on Special Measures Concerning Procurement of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources by Electricity Utilities (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Enforcement Order of the Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Act on Promotion of Recycling of Small Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Gas Business Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Act on the Evaluation of Chemical Substances and Regulation of Their Manufacture, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

• Consumer Contract Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 27, 2018)

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• Support Standards for Fund Corporation for the Overseas Development of Japan's ICT and Postal Services (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 25, 2018)

• Rules of Domestic Relations Case Procedure (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 25, 2018)

• Act on Preventing Environmental Pollution of Mercury (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 25, 2018)

• Act on International Assistance in Investigation and Other Related Matters (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 25, 2018)

• Act on Fund Corporation for the Overseas Development of Japan's ICT and Postal Services(Tentative translation) has been released.(April 25, 2018)

• Natural Parks Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 24, 2018)

• Offenders Rehabilitation Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 19, 2018)

• Offenders Rehabilitation Services Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 19, 2018)

• Pardon Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 19, 2018)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver13.0 has been released.(April 17, 2018)

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• A translation of the Act on the Promotion of Human Rights Education and Human Rights Awareness-Raising (Tentative translation) has been released.(March 30, 2018)

• Translation development plan in 2018 (in Japanese) has been released.(March 29, 2018)

• Translation development plan in 2017［Re-revised Version] (in Japanese) has been released.(March 29, 2018)

• A translation of the National Consumer Affairs Center of Japan, an Incorporated Administrative Agency Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(March 29, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biological Diversity through Regulations on the Use of Living Modified Organisms (Tentative translation) has been released.(March 29, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act for Eliminating Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 27, 2018)

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• An updated translation of the Act on the Prevention of Spousal Violence and the Protection of Victims (Tentative translation) has been released.(March 23, 2018)

• A translation of the Act on the Regulation of Pumping-up of Groundwater for Use in Buildings has been released.(March 23, 2018)

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• A translation of the Act on the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, National Research and Development Agency has been released.(March 23, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Punishment of Conduct Endangering Human Life by Generating Radiation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Trademark Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2018)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Guardianship Registration, etc. has been released.(March 8, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Price Adjustment of Sugar and Starch has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 8, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Act on Protection of Personal Information Held by Administrative Organs (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Court Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2018)

• A translation of the Outline for Measures to Prevent Karoshi, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2018)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Measures for Karoshi, etc. Prevention (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Comprehensive Legal Support Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2018)

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• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Order to Provide for Criteria Pursuant to Article 7, paragraph (1), item (ii) of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promoting Generation of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources Harmonized with Sound Development of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Businesses (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Businesses (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Circular Notice on Operation of Functionality Standards under the Regulation on Safety of Containers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

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• The tentative translation of the Public Notice on Details of Labeling and Methods of Container Re-Inspection Pursuant to the Regulation on Safety of Containers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Safety of Containers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Specified Non-profit Activities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Measurement Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act Concerning Support for Reconstructing Livelihoods of Disaster Victims has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Development of Specified Complex Tourist Facilities Areas has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 22, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 19, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Secured Bond Trust Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 19, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by Financial Institutions Engaged in Trust Business has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 19, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by a Trust Company, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 19, 2018)

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• A translation of the Act for Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 13, 2018)

• An updated translation of the Public Records and Archives Management Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(February 13, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Mining Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 8, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order to Specify Minerals Referred to in Article 6-2 of the Mining Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 8, 2018)

• A translation of the Act for Eliminating Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (Tentative translation) has been released.(January 31, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Order Providing for Categories Prescribed in Article 132, Paragraph (2) of the Insurance Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Close-Out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Close-Out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Close-Out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business by a Financial Institution has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 24, 2018)

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• The tentative translation of the Order Providing for Categories Prescribed in Article 272-25, Paragraph (2) of the Insurance Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 24, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Specified Financial Benchmark Administrators has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 24, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 24, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines for Circumstances of Negotiation between Employer and Employee Which Should Be Considered in Determining Reasonable Money or Any Other Economic Benefits for Encouraging Inventions under Article 35, Paragraph (6) of the Patent Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Circular Notice on Operation of Functionality Standards under the Regulation on Safety of Containers Relating to International Reciprocal Recognition has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Public Notice on Details of Container Specifications and Methods of Container Re-Inspection Pursuant to the Regulation on Safety of Containers Relating to International Reciprocal Recognition has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Safety of Containers Relating to International Reciprocal Recognition has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2018)

• The tentative translation of the Petroleum Supply and Demand Adjustment Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 27, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Oil Stockpiling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 27, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Quality Control of Gasoline and Other Fuels has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 27, 2017)

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• An updated translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Electrical Appliances and Apparatus Quality Labeling Regulation (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 19, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Textile Goods Quality Labeling Regulation (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Miscellaneous Manufactured Goods Quality Labeling Regulation (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Plastic Goods Quality Labeling Regulation (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 19, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Utilization of Funds Related to Dormant Deposits to Promote Public Interest Activities by the Private Sector (partial enforcement) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 13, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Punishment of Acts to Endanger Human Lives by Generating Radiation (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 13, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Development of Specified Complex Tourist Facilities Areas (Tentative translation) has been released.(December 13, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Administrative Complaint Review Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 11, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Administrative Complaint Review Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Administrative Complaint Review Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Crime Victims has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 1, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Patent Attorney Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 1, 2017)

• A translation of the Radio Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 28, 2017)

• A translation of the Natural Parks Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 28, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Punishment of Financing to Offences of Public Intimidation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 28, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Protection of the Ozone Layer Through the Control of Specified Substances and Other Measures has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 28, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Act on Regulation, Etc. of Emissions from Non-road Special Motor Vehicles (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 21, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on the Advancement of Public and Private Sector Data Utilization has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 21, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on UNESCO-Related Activities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on UNESCO-Related Activities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promoting the Treatment of Marine Debris Affecting the Conservation of Good Coastal Landscapes and Environments to Protect Natural Beauty and Variety has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 13, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Order on Budgets, the Settlement of Accounts, and Accounting (Summary Chapter VII (contract relation)) has been released.(November 13, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Deposit Transaction Agreements of Specified Commodities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 10, 2017)

• Guidelines for Circumstances of Negotiation between Employer and Employee Which Should Be Considered in Determining Reasonable Money or Any Other Economic Benefits for Encouraging Inventions under Article 35, Paragraph (6) of the Patent Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 9, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Punishment of Acts Inflicting Death or Injury on Others by Driving a Motor Vehicle, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 8, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Punishment of Acts Inflicting Death or Injury on Others by Driving a Motor Vehicle has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 8, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Immunization Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 30, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Road Traffic Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 30, 2017)

• A translation of the Act concerning support for reconstructing livelihoods of disaster victims (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 26, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Order to Provide Technical Standards for Electrical Appliances and Materials has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 26, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Promoting Generation of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources Harmonized with Sound Development of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Price Adjustment of Sugar and Starch (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 19, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 12, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 12, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 12, 2017)

• A translation of the Banking Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 11, 2017)

• A translation of the Banking Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(October 11, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Broadcasting Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Prevention of Pyramid Schemes has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the National Public Service Ethics Code has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Policy on the Comprehensive and Effective Promotion of Measures Against Articles that Drift Ashore has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 21, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Electricity Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 19, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Book-Entry of Japanese Government Bonds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 18, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 18, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Securitization of Assets(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 18, 2017)

• A translation of the Loan Trust Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 18, 2017)

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• A translation of the Order on Authorized Specified Insurers(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 18, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Book-Entry Transfer of Corporate Bonds and Shares(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Book-Entry Transfer of Corporate Bonds and Shares(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Payment of Damage Recovery Benefits from Funds in Deposit Accounts Used for Crimes(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Specified Financial Benchmark Administrators(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Secured Bond Trust Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Protection of Depositors from Unauthorized ATM Withdrawals, etc. Using Counterfeit Cards, etc. and Stolen Cards, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by Financial Institutions Engaged in Trust Business(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by a Trust Company, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

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• A translation of the Order Providing for Categories, etc. Prescribed in Article 132, Paragraph (2) of the Insurance Business Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Electronically Recorded Monetary Claims Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act Concerning Close-out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act Concerning Close-out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Act Concerning Close-out Netting of Specified Financial Transactions Conducted by Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Audit Certification of Financial Statements, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on the System for Ensuring the Adequacy of Documents on Financial Calculation and of Other Information(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of Information, etc. on Regulated Securities(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Order on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Consolidated Financial Statements(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Order on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Financial Statements, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

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• A translation of the Order Providing for Categories, etc. Prescribed in Article 272-25, Paragraph (2) of the Insurance Business Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order of the Act on Limitation on Shareholding by Banks and Other Financial Institutions(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Consolidated Financial Statements(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Payment Services Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Financial Statements(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Share Certificates, etc. by Person Other than Issuer(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Listed Share Certificates, etc. by Issuer(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Order on the Disclosure of Information, etc. on Issuers of Foreign Government Bonds, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Regulation on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Consolidated Financial Statements(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

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• A translation of the Regulation on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Financial Statements(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 17, 2017)

• A translation of the Juvenile Training School Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 16, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Utilization of Funds Related to Dormant Deposits to Promote Public Interest Activities by the Private Sector(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 8, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Specified Non-profit Activities (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 8, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Punishment of Financing to Offences of Public Intimidation (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 8, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Disclosure of the Status of Large-Volume Holdings in Share Certificates has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 29, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Deposit, etc. Transaction Agreements of Specified Commodities, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 17, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Patent Attorney Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(August 17, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Definitions under Article 2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Deposits by Licensed Specified Juridical Persons has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by Insurance Brokers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Security Deposits by Insurance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Deposits by Small Amount and Short Term Insurance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Financial Instruments Business, etc has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation on Deposits by Foreign Insurance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on the Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 11, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations has been released.(August 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Regulation and Punishment of Acts Relating to Child Prostitution and Child Pornography, and the Protection of Children has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 7, 2017)

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• An updated translation of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(August 1, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 28, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Protection of the Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Protection of the Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 19, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Basic Act on Crime Victims(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 19, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Act on Protection of the Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Rules for the Act on the Protection of Personal Information(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 10, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Order to Enforce the Act on the Protection of Personal Information(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Consumer Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 10, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 10, 2017)

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• A translation of the Health Insurance Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Mining Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order to Specify Minerals Referred to in Article 6-2 of the Mining Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Product Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Public Notice on Details of Container Specifications and Methods of Container Re-inspection Pursuant to Ordinance on Safety of Containers Relating to International Mutual Recognition (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Public Notice on Details of Marking and Methods of Container Re-inspection Pursuant to Ordinance on Safety of Containers(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Circular Notice on Operation of Functionality Standards under Ordinance on Safety of Containers Relating to International Mutual Recognition(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Circular Notice on Operation of Functionality Standards under Ordinance on Safety of Gas Containers(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Safety of Containers Relating to International Mutual Recognition(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Safety of Gas Containers (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2017)

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• An updated translation of the Basic Act for National Resilience Contributing to Preventing and Mitigating Disasters for Developing Resilience in the Lives of the Citizenry has been released.(July 5, 2017)

• A translation of the Basic Policy on the Comprehensive and Effective Promotion of Measures Against Articles that Drift Ashore(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Promoting the Treatment of Ocean Debris Affecting the Conservation of Good Coastal Landscapes and Environments to Protect Natural Beauty and Variety(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Standards to Ensure Uniform Implementation in Connection with the Designation of Specially Designated Secrets and the Termination of the Designation as Well as the Conduct of the Security Clearance Assessment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 29, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Protection of Specially Designated Secrets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 29, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Administrative Procedure Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 29, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Administrative Procedure Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 29, 2017)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance to Provide Technical Standards for Electrical Appliances and Materials(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 27, 2017)

• A translation of the Basic Act on the Advancement of Utilizing Public and Private Sector Data(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 27, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards for Workers Engaged in Work under a Dose Rate Lower than Designated Dose Rate has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 21, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Export Regulation on Prevention of Ionizing Radiation Hazards has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 21, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on the Quality Control of Gasoline and Other Fuels(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 20, 2017)

• A translation of the Petroleum Supply and Demand Adjustment Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 20, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Oil Stockpiling Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 20, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Measurement Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 20, 2017)

• A translation of the Telecommunications Business Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 14, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Prevention of Radiation Hazards due to Radioisotopes, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(May 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Punishment of Acts Inflicting Injury or Death on Other(s) by Driving a Vehicle (Tentative translation) has been released.(May 11, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Punishment of Acts Inflicting Injury or Death on Other(s) by Driving a Vehicle(Tentative translation) has been released.(May 11, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Rationalizing Energy Use has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 11, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Export and Import Transaction Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 8, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Public Announcement on the Items of Goods Subject to Import Quotas, the Places of Origin or Places of Shipment of Goods Requiring Approval for Import, and Other Necessary Matters Concerning Import of Goods has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 8, 2017)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver12.0 has been released.(April 27, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Foreign Exchange Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 19, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Rational Use and Proper Management of Fluorocarbons(Tentative translation) has been released.(April 18, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Order Specifying Goods and Technologies Pursuant to the Provisions of the Appended Table 1 of the Export Trade Control Order and the Appended Table of the Foreign Exchange Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 18, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Export Trade Control Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 18, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 18, 2017)

• A translation of the National Public Service Ethics Code (Tentative translation) has been released.(April 6, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Design Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(April 6, 2017)

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• An updated translation of the Utility Model Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(April 6, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Companies Act has been released.(March 31, 2017)

• A translation of the Rules of Corporate Accounting has been released.(March 31, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 31, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 31, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 31, 2017)

• A translation of the Agricultural Land Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 31, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 30, 2017)

• A translation of the Enforcement Order concerning the Act concerning UNESCO Activities(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 30, 2017)

• A translation of the Act concerning UNESCO Activities(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 30, 2017)

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• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 30, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Code of Civil Procedure has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 27, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 24, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Clinical Laboratory Technicians (Tentative translation) has been released.(March 24, 2017)

• Translation development plan in 2017 (in Japanese) has been released.(March 24, 2017)

• Translation development plan in 2016［Re-revised Version］ (in Japanese) has been released.(March 24, 2017)

• A translation of the Act on Prevention of Pyramid Schemes(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 24, 2017)

• A translation of the Standards for Payment of Insurance Proceeds of Automobile Liability Insurance and Mutual Aid Proceeds of Automobile Liability Mutual Aid(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 22, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Medical Care for Patients with Infectious Diseases has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 22, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Patent Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 21, 2017)

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• An updated translation of the Trademark Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 15, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Administrative Complaint Review Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 15, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Administrative Complaint Review Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 15, 2017)

• A translation of the Administrative Complaint Review Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Emergency Measures against Acts of Buying Up or Holding Back Sales of Goods Related to Everyday Life has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Water Pollution Prevention Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Stimulants Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Transactions Prescribed in Article 161-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and Security Deposits for the Transactions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Restrictions on Securities Transactions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Investor Protection Funds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Investor Protection Funds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Solicitation of Proxy Voting for Listed Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Securities Finance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Order on Financial Instruments Firms Association has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 15, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Japan Sewage Works Agency Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Sewerage Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Government Policy Evaluations Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Fixed-term Employees with Expert Knowledge and Skills has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Issuance of Remission Payments Using Stolen and Misappropriated Property has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Product Safety Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 6, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Consumer Product Safety Act has been released.(March 6, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Ministerial Order on Technical Requirements for Specified Products Related to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has been released.(March 6, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Emergency Measures for Stabilizing Living Conditions of the Public has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 6, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Unfair Competition Prevention Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 6, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on RIKEN, National Research and Development Institute has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 6, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Japan Science and Technology Agency, National Research and Development Agency has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 6, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Improving the Capacity, and the Efficient Promotion of Research and Development through Promotion of Research and Development System Reform has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 6, 2017)

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• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Automobile Liability Security Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(March 2, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations(Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Penal Detention Facilities and the Treatment of Inmates and Detainees has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2017)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Prevention of Ionizing Radiation Hazards(Tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2017)

• A translation of the Standards to Ensure Uniform Implementation in Connection with the Designation of Specially Designated Secrets and the Termination of the Designation as well as the Conduct of the Security Clearance Assessment(Tentative translation) has been released.(February 22, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Protection of Specially Designated Secrets(Tentative translation) has been released.(February 22, 2017)

• A translation of the Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards to Workers Engaged in Operations under Designated Doses(Tentative translation) has been released.(February 22, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Cool Japan Fund, Inc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 16, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Public Records and Archives Management Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 14, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Inward Direct Investment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 9, 2017)

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• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures concerning the Handling of Legal Services by Foreign Lawyers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 7, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures concerning the Handling of Legal Services by Foreign Lawyers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 7, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Electricity Business Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Consumer Safety Act (Article 10-4 unenforced (Tentative translation)) has been released.(January 25, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Arbitration Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Gas Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Quarantine Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (Act No. 65 of 2015 partly unenforced(tentative translation)) has been released.(January 24, 2017)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Administrative Procedure Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Administrative Procedure Act(tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2017)

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• A translation of the Immunization Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2017)

• A translation of the Insurance Act has been released.(January 4, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Public Announcement on the Items of Goods Subject to Import Quotas, the Places of Origin or Places of Shipment of Goods Requiring Approval for Import, and Other Necessary Matters Concerning Import of Goods(tentative translation) has been released.(January 4, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Export Trade Control Order(tentative translation) has been released.(January 4, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance of the Ministry Specifying Goods and Technologies Pursuant to Provisions of the Appended Table 1 of the Export Control Order and the Appended Table of the Foreign Exchange Order(tentative translation) has been released.(January 4, 2017)

• An updated translation of the Foreign Exchange Order(tentative translation) has been released.(January 4, 2017)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Prevention of Abuse of Persons with Disabilities and Support for Caregivers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 28, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Criminal Trials with the Participation of Saiban-in has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 28, 2016)

• A translation of the Broadcast Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(December 22, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Public Notice Specifying Business Types to Be Specified by the Minister of Finance and the Minister Having Jurisdiction over the Business Pursuant to the Provisions of Article 3, Paragraph (3) of the Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 20, 2016)

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• A translation of the Enforcement Regulations of the Law on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices(Tentative translation) has been released.(December 12, 2016)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Law on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices(Tentative translation) has been released.(December 12, 2016)

• A translation of the Law on Securing Quality, Efficacy and Safety of Products Including Pharmaceuticals and Medical devices(Tentative translation) has been released.(December 12, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc.(tentative translation) has been released.(December 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Product Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Consumer Product Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Order on Technical Requirements for Specified Products Related to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Science and Technology has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Cybersecurity has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 12, 2016)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(December 2, 2016)

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• A translation of the Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 30, 2016)

• A translation of the Stimulants Control Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(November 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance Specifying the Method of Provision of Information on the Properties and Handling of Designated Chemical Substances, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Use of Numbers to Identify a Specific Individual in Administrative Procedures has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on General Rules for Incorporated Administrative Agencies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 30, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Medical Care for Patients of Infectious Diseases(Tentative translation) has been released.(November 28, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Rational Use of Energy(tentative translation) has been released.(November 22, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness Relating to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 16, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Regulation for Enforcement of the Act on Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 16, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 16, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Export and Import Transaction Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(November 14, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 9, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Fixed-term Employed Workers with Expert Knowledge, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(November 4, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Administrative Monetary Penalty under the Provisions of Chapter VI-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 1, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 31, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 31, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Regulation of Over-the-Counter Derivatives Transactions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 31, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Clearing Organization has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 31, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Exchanges has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 31, 2016)

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• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Commodity Derivatives Act has been released.(October 24, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Installment Sales Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 24, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards for Workers Engaged in Nuclear Accident-derived Waste Management has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 18, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Commercial Code has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 14, 2016)

• A translation of the Water Pollution Control Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(October 13, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Civil Conciliation Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 5, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Provisions Concerning Civil Procedure Attendant upon Implementation of the "Convention on Civil Procedure" and Another Convention has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 5, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of Household Goods Quality Labeling Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(October 4, 2016)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of Household Goods Quality Labeling Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(October 4, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Measures Incidental to Criminal Proceedings for Protecting the Rights and Interests of Crime Victims has been released.(September 29, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Services and Accounting Books, etc. of Legal Professional Corporation and Registered Foreign Lawyer Corporation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 29, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Civil Court Proceedings for the Collective Redress for Property Damage Incurred by Consumers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 29, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Contracts of the State and Other Entities, Which Show Consideration for Reduction of Emissions of Greenhouse Gases, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 26, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Prices Control Ordinance has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 26, 2016)

• A translation of the Road Traffic Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 23, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Transnational Transfer of Sentenced Persons has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 20, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Conciliation for Expediting Arrangement of Specified Debts has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Automobile Liability Security Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(September 15, 2016)

• A translation of the Automobile Liability Security Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(September 15, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Government Policy Evaluations Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 13, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Procurement of Eco-Friendly Goods and Services by the State and Other Entities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 9, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards for Workers Engaged in Decontamination and Related Works has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 2, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Insurance Business Act (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 26, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ministerial Ordinance to Provide for Criteria Pursuant to Article 7, paragraph (1), item (ii) of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act (tentative translation) has been released.(August 26, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Prevention of Ionizing Radiation Hazards at Works to Decontaminate Soil and Waste Contaminated by Radioactive Materials Resulting from the Great East Japan Earthquake and Related Works has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 26, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the National Public Service Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 26, 2016)

• A translation of Act on Emergency Measures against Acts of Buying Up or Holding Back Sales of Goods Related to Everyday Life, etc. (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 23, 2016)

• A translation of Act on Emergency Measures for Stabilization of Lives of the Citizenry(Tentative translation) has been released.(August 23, 2016)

• A translation of Prices Control Ordinance (Tentative translation) has been released.(August 23, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act(tentative translation) has been released.(August 5, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 1, 2016)

• An updated translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part II Chapter VI through Part V (Tentative translation))has been released.(July 22, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part I through Part II Chapter V (Tentative translation)) has been released.(July 22, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promoting Quality Assurance in Public Works has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 19, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on RIKEN (Institute of Physical and Chemical Research, National Research and Development Agency)(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 14, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Japan Science and Technology Agency(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 14, 2016)

• A translation of the Basic Law on Science and Technology (Tentative translation) has been released.(July 14, 2016)

• A translation of the Port and Harbor Transportation Business Act has been released.(July 11, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Authority of the Minister of Justice over Suits Relating to the Interests of the State has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 11, 2016)

• A translation of the Japan Sewerage Works Agency Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2016)

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• A translation of the Sewerage Act(Tentative translation) has been released.(July 5, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 5, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Money Lending Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 30, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Money Lending Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 30, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Money Lending Business Act(tentative translation) has been released.(June 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Certified Social Worker and Certified Care Worker Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Book Entry of Corporate Bonds and Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Banking Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Banking Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Banking Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Corporate Affairs has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2016)

• A translation of the Local Autonomy Act (Except for the appended table (Tentative translation)) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Restrictions on Securities Transactions, etc.(tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Order on Investor Protection Funds (tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Solicitation of Proxy Voting for Listed Shares(tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Securities Finance Companies(tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Securitization of Assets(tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Transactions prescribed in Article 161-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and Security Deposits for Said Transactions (tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Business Association, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(June 29, 2016)

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• A translation of the Act on Special Conciliation Proceedings for Expediting Arrangement of Specified Debts(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 21, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Deposits by Licensed Specified Juridical Persons(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Security Deposits by Insurance Brokers(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Order on Special Measures, etc. for the Protection of Policyholders, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Business Deposits by Insurance Companies, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Unfair Competition Prevention Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Deposits by Small Amount and Short Term Insurance Companies (Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Deposits by Foreign Insurance Companies, etc.(Tentative translation) has been released.(June 16, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of the Status of Large-Volume Holdings in Share Certificates, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(June 13, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act(tentative translation) has been released.(June 13, 2016)

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• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act(tentative translation) has been released.(June 13, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order Regarding Account Management Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business Activities by Financial Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 6, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Supervision of Special Book-Entry Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Supervision of General Book-Entry Institutions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Continuing Professional Education Prescribed in Article 28 of Certified Public Accountants Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Organization of the Secretariat of Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Book-Entry of Corporate Bonds, Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business by a Financial Institution(tentative translation) has been released.(June 2, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act(tentative translation) has been released.(June 2, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Real Estate Brokerage Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 31, 2016)

• A translation of Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards for Workers Engaged in Decontamination Works (tentative translation) has been released.(May 26, 2016)

• A translation of Guidelines on Prevention of Radiation Hazards for Workers Engaged in (Nuclear) Accident-derived Waste Disposal (tentative translation) has been released.(May 26, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Cool Japan Fund, Inc.(tentative translation) has been released.(May 26, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Trade and Investment Insurance Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 26, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Gas Business Act(tentative translation) has been released.(May 26, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act(tentative translation) has been released.(May 18, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on the Prevention of Disabled Abuse, Support for Caregivers of Persons with Disabilities and Other Related Matters (tentative translation) has been released.(May 16, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Special Provisions Concerning Civil Procedure Attendant upon Implementation of the "Convention on Civil Procedure" and Other Conventions (tentative translation) has been released.(May 16, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ministerial Ordinance Specifying the Method of Provision of Information on the Properties and Handling of Designated Chemical Substances, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(May 11, 2016)

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• A translation of the Ordinance on Practice and Accounting Books, etc. of Legal Professional Corporation and Registered Foreign Lawyer Corporation (tentative translation) has been released.(April 28, 2016)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver11.0 has been released.(April 26, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Quarantine Act(tentative translation) has been released.(April 19, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Act on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations has been released.(April 15, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates(tentative translation) has been released.(April 15, 2016)

• An updated translation of Act on Penal Detention Facilities and Treatment of Inmates and Detainees (tentative translation) has been released.(April 15, 2016)

• An updated translation of Act on the Transnational Transfer of Sentenced Persons (tentative translation) has been released.(April 15, 2016)

• A translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations (tentative translation) has been released.(April 12, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Commodity Derivatives Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 12, 2016)

• A translation of Ordinance on Prevention of Ionizing Radiation Hazards at Works to Decontaminate Soil and Wastes Contaminated by Radioactive Materials Resulting from the Great East Japan Earthquake and Related Works(tentative translation) has been released.(April 12, 2016)

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• A translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations (tentative translation) has been released.(April 12, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Labor Tribunal Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 29, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Payment of Damage Recovery Benefits Using Crime Victim Property (Chapter III Omitted) (tentative translation) 　has been released.(March 25, 2016)

• Translation development plan in 2016 (in Japanese) has been released.(March 24, 2016)

• Translation development plan in 2015［Re-revised Version］ (in Japanese) has been released.(March 24, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on the Authority of the Minister of Justice over Suits Relating to the Interests of the State (tentative translation) has been released.(March 23, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Gas Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 22, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Promotion of Environmental Conservation Activities through Environmental Education has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 17, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Specified Joint Real Estate Ventures has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 11, 2016)

• A translation of the Act on Regulation of Commodity Investment has been released.(March 11, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Stabilization of Employment of Elderly Persons has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Stabilization of Employment of Elderly Persons has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Notary Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Notary Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Processes Relating to Electronic or Magnetic Records by Designated Notary has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order on Budgets, the Settlement of Accounts, and Accounting (Chapter VII) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 4, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information has been replaced with the finalized translation(Translation of the Act prior to the amendment by the "Act Partially Amending the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and the Act on the Use of Numbers to Identify a Specific Individual, etc. in the Administrative Procedure"(Act No.65 of 2015)).(February 4, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 4, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ecotourism Promotion Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 28, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Ecotourism Promotion Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 28, 2016)

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• The tentative translation of the Basic Policies for Promoting Ecotourism has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 28, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures concerning the Handling of Legal Services by Foreign Lawyers(tentative translation) has been released.(January 27, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Fishing Boat Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 27, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Technical Standards Conformity Certification of Specified Radio Equipment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 25, 2016)

• A translation of The Board of Audit Act has been released.(January 25, 2016)

• An updated translation of the Act on Special Measures concerning the Handling of Legal Services by Foreign Lawyers(tentative translation) has been released.(January 25, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Protection of the Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products and Foodstuffs has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Electricity Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 18, 2016)

• The tentative translation of the Working Environment Measurement Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Labor Standards Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 28, 2015)

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• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (tentative translation) has been released.(December 14, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act to Prevent Soil Contamination on Agricultural Land has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 14, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Maternal Health Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 14, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Food Labeling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 14, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Act on Regulation and Punishment of Acts Relating to Child Prostitution and Child Pornography, and the Protection of Children (tentative translation) has been released.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cannabis Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Pharmacists Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Safety Ordinance for Cranes has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Disclosure of Information, etc. on Issuers of Foreign Government Bonds, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Foreign Audit Firms has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Professional Accountancy Education Program has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order on Travel Expenses and Allowances for a Witness and an Expert Witness in a Hearing Procedure under the Certified Public Accountants Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Registration of Certified Public Accountants has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Rules on Internship has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 7, 2015)

• A translation of the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(December 4, 2015)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(December 4, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(December 4, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Industrial Competitiveness Enhancement Act Relating to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (tentative translation) has been released.(December 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Information, etc. on Regulated Securities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 25, 2015)

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• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Definitions under Article 2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act(tentative translation) has been released.(November 25, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures for the Reconstruction and Revitalization of Fukushima has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 18, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Consolidated Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 18, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Prepaid Payment Instruments has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 18, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Standards on Conclusion, Renewal and Termination of Employment Contracts has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 17, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance Prescribing Standards on Total Contract Term in paragraph (1), Article 18 of Labor Contracts Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 17, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Labor Contracts Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 17, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Consolidated Financial Statements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 17, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Procurement of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources by Electricity Utilities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Share Certificates, etc. by Person Other than Issuer has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 11, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Listed Share Certificates, etc. by Issuer has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Financial Statements, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Solicitation of Proxy Voting for Listed Shares has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Surcharge Pursuant to the Provisions of the Certified Public Accountants Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Issuance of Copy of Record on Disciplinary Cases Involving Certified Public Accountants, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Specifying the Form of Identification Card That Needs to Be Carried by the Official of Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board Conducting Inspection has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures against Dioxins has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Ethanol Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Ethanol Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Ethanol Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 28, 2015)

• A translation of The GUIDELINES CONCERNING UNJUST LOW PRICE SALES UNDER THE ANTIMONOPOLY ACT has been released.(October 22, 2015)

• A translation of The Guidelines for Exclusionary Private Monopolization under the Antimonopoly Act has been released.(October 22, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Rules on Applications for Approval, Reporting, Notification, etc. Pursuant to the Provisions of Articles 9 to 16 of the Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 22, 2015)

• A translation of the Rules on Investigation of Criminal Cases by the Fair Trade Commission has been released.(October 22, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade (tentative translation) has been released.(October 21, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Enhancement of Research and Development Capacity and Efficient Promotion of Research and Development by Advancement of Research and Development System Reform (tentative translation) has been released.(October 21, 2015)

• A translation of The Basic Act on Cybersecurity (tentative translation) has been released.(October 19, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Procurement of Eco-Friendly Goods and Services by the State and Other Entities (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Contracts of National Governments and Other Entities Involving Due Care for Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emission (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2015)

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• An updated translation of the Cabinet Order on Budgets, the Settlement of Accounts, and Accounting (Chapter VII) (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Regarding Special Provisions, etc., for Procedures Utilizing an Electronic Data Processing System for Disclosure has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Stipulating the Form of Identification Cards, etc., to be Carried by Officials of the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission when Conducting Inspections and Investigating Criminal Cases has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Forest Pest Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Forest Pest Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Forest Pest Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 30, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Consumer Safety Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 30, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Business, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part I through Part II Chapter V) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (Part II Chapter VI through Part V) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Protection of Specially Designated Secrets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Cases in Handling Gender Status for Persons with Gender Identity Disorder has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Transportation Policy has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Business Association, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Landscape Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Fishing Boat Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Clearing Institution for Interbank Funds Transfer has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on Certified Public Accountant Examination has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of the Status of Large-Volume Holdings in Share Certificates, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 11, 2015)

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• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Corporate Affairs, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(September 11, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance concerning Technical Regulations Conformity Certification etc. of Specified Radio Equipment(tentative translation) has been released.(September 9, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Textile Goods Quality Labeling Regulations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 1, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 1, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Criteria for Support by the Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 1, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Limitation of Shipowner Liability has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 1, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Money Lending Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 1, 2015)

• A translation of the Basic Act for Gender Equal Society has been released.(September 1, 2015)

• A translation of the Ecotourism Promotion Act (tentative translation) has been released.(August 25, 2015)

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• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Ecotourism Promotion Act (tentative translation) has been released.(August 25, 2015)

• A translation of the Basic Policies for Promoting Ecotourism (tentative translation) has been released.(August 25, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Zones for Reconstruction in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Licensed Cooks Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Dietitians Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Transactions prescribed in Article 161-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and Security Deposits for Said Transactions has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Crime Victims has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 4, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Port and Harbor Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 30, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Concerning Measures Prescribed in Article 58-3, paragraph (1) of the Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Procedures for Exemption from Registration and License Tax upon a Registration of Transfer of Rights Regarding Real Property Acquired by Bridge Bank and Contracted Bank has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 27, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Specified Partner Registration Ordinance has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance on the Deposit Money of Limited Liability Audit Corporations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Restrictions on Securities Transactions, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 23, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Copyright Act has been released.(July 14, 2015)

• A translation of the Certified Social Worker and Certified Care Worker Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 10, 2015)

• A translation of the The Safety Ordinance for Cranes, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(July 10, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Standards for Limits on the Extension of Working Hours Set Forth in the Agreement Provided in Paragraph (1) of Article 36 of the Labor Standards Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order on Prescribing the Areas of the Sea under Article 2, item(ii) of the Act on the Exclusive Economic Zone and the Continental Shelf has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order on Guardianship Registration, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Issuance of National Government Bond for Delivery to Deposit Insurance Corporation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order Concerning Deposit Insurance Corporation Bonds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Procedures Required for New Company to be Eligible for Exemption from Registration and License Tax on Registration Resulted from Special Merger has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Certified Association for Payment Service Providers has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board Cabinet Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order to Specify Loans prescribed in Article 43, paragraph (1) of the Supplementary Provisions of the Act on Revision, etc. of Related Acts for the Financial System Reform has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Protecting the Names of Specific Agricultural, Forestry and Fishery Products (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Forest Pest Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Forest Pest Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Fishing Boat Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

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• A translation of the Standards on Conclusion, Renewal and Termination of Employment Contract (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance Prescribing Standards on Total Contract Term in paragraph (1), Article 18 of Labor Contract Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Labor Contract Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Clearing Organization, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(June 17, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 17, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations (tentative translation) has been released.(June 17, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations (tentative translation) has been released.(June 17, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Rules for Measures Incidental to Criminal Procedures for Purpose of Protection of Rights and Interests of Crime Victims has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 15, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Securities Finance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 15, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Commercial Code (tentative translation) has been released.(June 15, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 11, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order on Investor Protection Funds has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Deposit Insurance Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Rules of Civil Execution has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Trust Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 2, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Order on Book-Entry of Company Bonds, Shares, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Securitization of Assets (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

• A translation of the Order on Account Management Institutions (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

• A translation of the Order on Supervision of Special Book-Entry Institutions (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

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• A translation of the Order on Supervision of General Book-Entry Institutions (tentative translation) has been released.(May 22, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Clearing Organizations, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 22, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Civil Court Proceedings for the Collective Redress for Property Damage Incurred by Consumers (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Cannabis Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Stimulants Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Working Environment Measurement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Support Standards for Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation for Transport & Urban Development (tentative translation) has been released.(May 20, 2015)

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• Regarding revision of translation of the Deposit Insurance Act.(May 14, 2015)

• A translation of the Mother's Body Protection Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2015)

• A translation of the Rules of Procedures for Case relating to Return of Child under the Act for Implementation of the Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2015)

• An updated translation of the National Public Service Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Companies Act (Part I, Part II, Part III and Part IV (tentative translation) has been released.(April 28, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Companies Act(Part V, Part VI, Part VII and Part VIII) (tentative translation) has been released.(April 28, 2015)

• A translation of the Food Labeling Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 24, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the National Health Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 24, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Trust Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 22, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Book-Entry of Company Bonds, Shares, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(April 22, 2015)

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• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Regulation of Over-the-Counter Transactions of Derivatives, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Affairs Relating to Electromagnetic Records by Designated Notary (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Notary Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of Banking Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Special Treatment of Corporate Reorganization Proceedings and Other Insolvency Proceedings of Financial Institutions (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business Activities by Financial Institutions (tentative translation) has been released.(April 21, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order on Travel Expenses and Allowances for Witnesses and Expert Witnesses in Trial Procedures, etc. under Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 20, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Securities Finance Companies has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Basic Act on Education has been released.(April 20, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines on Ways for Employers to Take Appropriate Measures with Regard to Items Stipulated in the Provisions concerning the Prohibition of Discrimination against Workers on the Basis of Sex, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 16, 2015)

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• An updated translation of the Mining Act has been released.(April 16, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures for Improvement of Working Hours Arrangements has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 16, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Childcare Leave, Caregiver Leave, and Other Measures for the Welfare of Workers Caring for Children or Other Family Members has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 16, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Childcare Leave, Caregiver Leave, and Other Measures for the Welfare of Workers Caring for Children or Other Family Members has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 16, 2015)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver10.0 has been released.(April 16, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act for Persons with Disabilities has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Support Measures for the Lives of Disaster Victims to Protect and Support Children and Other Residents Suffering Damage due to Tokyo Electric Power Company's Nuclear Accident has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 2, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on Reconstruction in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 2, 2015)

• A translation of the Rules for Measures Incidental to Criminal Procedures for Purpose of Protection of Rights and Interests of Crime Victims (tentative translation) has been released.(April 2, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Basic Act on Crime Victims (tentative translation) has been released.(March 4, 2015)

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• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Securitization of Assets (tentative translation) has been released.(March 4, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Japanese Institute of Certified Public Accountants (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Solicitation of Proxy Voting for Listed Shares (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance to Stipulate the Form of Identification Cards, etc. to be Carried by Officials of the Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission when Conducting Inspection and Investigating Criminal Cases (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Professional Accountancy Education Program (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Continuing Professional Education Prescribed in Article 28 of Certified Public Accountants Act (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Banking Act(tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Special Provisions, etc. for Procedures by Use of Electronic Data Processing System for Disclosure (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on Special Cases in Handling Gender Status for Persons with Gender Identity Disorder (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order on Guardianship Registration, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(March 3, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Minimum Wage Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 2, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order on Travel Expenses and Allowances for a Witness and an Expert Witness in a Hearing Procedure under Certified Public Accountants Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Surcharge Pursuant to the Provisions of the Certified Public Accountants Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Registration of Certified Public Accountants, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Issuance of Copy of Record on Disciplinary Cases Involving Certified Public Accountants, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Certified Public Accountant Examination (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board Cabinet Order (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Organization of the Secretariat of Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Specifying the Form of Identification Card That Needs to Be Carried by the Official of Certified Public Accountants and Auditing Oversight Board Conducting Inspection (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Administrative Monetary Penalty under the Provisions of Chapter IV-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

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• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Transactions prescribed in Article 161-2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and Security Deposits for Said Transactions (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Rules on Internship, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 26, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance Concerning Measures Prescribed in Article 58-3, paragraph (1) of the Deposit Insurance Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Procedures for Exemption from Registration and License Tax on Registration for Special Merger by New Company (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Procedures for Exemption from Registration and License Tax on Registration of Transfer of Rights Regarding Real Property Acquired by Bridge Bank and Contracted Bank (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Foreign Audit Firms, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Standards for Safety Assessments of Food Additives produced Using Genetically Modified Microorganisms has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 20, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Stance on Safety Assessments of Additives Produced Using Genetically Modified Microorganisms, whose End Product is a Highly Purified Nonprotein Additive, such as Amino Acids has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 20, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Stance on Safety Assessments of Genetically Modified Feed and Feed Additives has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 20, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Firms Associations, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 19, 2015)

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• A translation of the Order Concerning Deposit Insurance Corporation Bonds (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Issuance of National Government Bond for Delivery to Deposit Insurance Corporation (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Share Certificates, etc. by Person Other than Issuer (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Order on Investor Protection Funds (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Prepaid Payment Instruments (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Securities Finance Companies (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Prepaid Payment Instruments (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Payment Services Act has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Financial Statements, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order on Travel Expenses and Allowances for Witnesses and Expert Witnesses in Trial Procedures, etc. under Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

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• A translation of the Order to Stipulate Loans prescribed in Article 43, paragraph (1) of the Supplementary Provisions of the Act on Revision, etc. of Related Acts for the Financial System Reform (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Disclosure of Information, etc. on Issuers of Foreign Government Bonds, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure Required for Tender Offer for Listed Share Certificates, etc. by Issuer (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Certified Association for Payment Service Providers (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Consolidated Financial Statements (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Consolidated Financial Statements (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Clearing Organizations, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Financial Instruments Exchanges, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Securities Finance Companies (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Large Volume Share Certificates, etc. Holding Status (tentative translation) has been released.(February 18, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 17, 2015)

• An updated translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Information, etc. on Regulated Securities (tentative translation) has been released.(February 13, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Money Lending Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 13, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on the Deposit Money of Limited Liability Audit Corporations (tentative translation) has been released.(February 10, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Restrictions on Securities Transactions, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 10, 2015)

• A translation of the Specified Partner Registration Ordinance (tentative translation) has been released.(February 10, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Financial Statements, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(February 10, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 10, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Rules of Personal Status Litigation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 9, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Deposit Insurance Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 5, 2015)

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• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 5, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Designated Dispute Resolution Organizations under the Provisions of Chapter V-5 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been released.(February 5, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Disclosure of Information, etc. on Issuers of Foreign Government Bonds, etc. has been released.(February 3, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Consolidated Financial Statements has been released.(January 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act for National Resilience Contributing to Preventing and Mitigating Disasters for Developing Resilience in the Lives of the Citizenry has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Act to Facilitate Technology Transfer from Universities to the Private Sector has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 23, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Interim Consolidated Financial Statements has been released.(January 23, 2015)

• A translation of the Ordinance on the Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Financial Statements, etc. has been released.(January 23, 2015)

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• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the System for Ensuring the Adequacy of Documents on Financial Calculation and of Other Information has been released.(January 23, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Disclosure of Large Volume Share Certificate, etc. Holding Status has been released.(January 23, 2015)

• A translation of the Act on General Rules for Incorporated Administrative Agencies (tentative translation) has been released.(January 23, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 9, 2015)

• A translation of the Basic Act on Transport Policy (tentative translation) has been released.(January 9, 2015)

• A translation of the Cooks' Act (tentative translation) has been released.(January 9, 2015)

• A translation of the Dieticians' Act (tentative translation) has been released.(January 9, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Companies Act(Part I, Part II, Part III and Part IV) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 6, 2015)

• The tentative translation of the Companies Act(Part V, Part VI, Part VII and Part VIII) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(January 6, 2015)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order on Prescribing the Areas of the Sea under Article 2 (2) of the Law on the Exclusive Economic Zone and the Continental Shelf (tentative translation) has been released.(December 17, 2014)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on the Securitization of Assets has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 10, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Medical Practitioners' Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 10, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Medical Practitioners' Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 10, 2014)

• A translation of the Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Disclosure of Corporate Affairs, etc. has been released.(December 5, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business Activities by Financial Institutions has been released.(December 5, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines for Measures to be Taken by Employers to Help Workers Who Care for or Will Care for Children or Other Family Members Balance Their Work Life and Family Life has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 5, 2014)

• A translation of the Order on Book-Entry of Company Bonds, Shares, etc. has been released.(December 4, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Food, Agriculture and Rural Areas Basic Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 4, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures for Enhancement of the Conservation and Management of Tuna Resources has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 4, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Guardianship Registration, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 27, 2014)

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• The tentative translation of the Commodity Futures Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 27, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Installment Sales Acthas been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 27, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Gas Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 27, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Companies Act(Part I, Part II, Part III and Part IV) (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Companies Act(Part V, Part VI, Part VII and Part VIII) (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act(Part I through Part II Chapter V) (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act(Part II Chapter VI through Part V) (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Income Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Food, Agriculture and Rural Areas Basic Act (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures concerning Enhancement of Conservation and Management of Tuna Resources (tentative translation) has been released.(November 19, 2014)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Ensuring Wage Payment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 24, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Trade Related Invisible Trade, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 21, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Domestic Relations Case Procedure Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 21, 2014)

• A translation of the Textile Goods Quality Labeling Regulations (tentative translation) has been released.(October 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Guidelines Concerning Measures to be Taken by Employers in terms of Employment Management with Regard to Problems Caused by Sexual Harassment in the Workplace has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 14, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Real Estate Specified Joint Enterprise Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 14, 2014)

• A translation of the Building Lots and Buildings Transaction Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 14, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Payment Services Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 14, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Ensuring Equal Opportunities for and Treatment of Men and Women in Employment has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 14, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on the Promotion of Environmental Conservation Activities through Environmental Education (tentative translation) has been released.(October 14, 2014)

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• A translation of the Alcohol Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 14, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Alcohol Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 14, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Alcohol Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Labor Standards Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 9, 2014)

• A translation of the Approach for Safety Assessment on an Additive Produced Using Genetically Modified Microorganisms, whose End Porduct is a Highly Purified Nonprotein Additive, such as Amino Acids (tentative translation) has been released.(October 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Standards for Safety Assessment of Food Additives produced Using Genetically Modified Microorganisms (tentative translation) has been released.(October 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Approach For Safety Assessment on Genetically Modified Feed and Feed Additives (tentative translation) has been released.(October 8, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Act on the Advancement of Utilizing Geospatial Information has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Domestic Relations Case Procedure Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 7, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Civil Rehabilitation Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 6, 2014)

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• An updated translation of the Corporate Reorganization Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 6, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Bankruptcy Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 6, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Land and Building Leases has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Private Schools Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 2, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures for Improvement of Working Time Arrangements (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Minimum Wages Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Stabilization of Employment of Elderly Persons (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Stabilization of Employment of Elderly Persons (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

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• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Medical Practitioners' Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Medical Practitioners' Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Pharmacists Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Security of Wage Payment (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the National Health Insurance Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Securing, Etc. of Equal Opportunity and Treatment between Men and Women in Employment (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Welfare of Workers Who Take Care of Children or Other Family Members Including Child Care and Family Care Leave (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Welfare of Workers Who Take Care of Children or Other Family Members Including Child Care and Family Care Leave (tentative translation) has been released.(September 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Guidelines on Ways for Employers to Take Appropriate Measures with Regard to Items Stipulated in the Provisions concerning the Prohibition of Discrimination against Workers on the Basis of Sex, etc.(tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Standards for Limits on the Extension of Working Hours Set Forth in the Agreement Provided in Paragraph (1) of Article 36 of the Labor Standards Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

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• A translation of the Guidelines Concerning Measures to be Taken by Employers in terms of Employment Management with Regard to Problems Caused by Sexual Harassment in the Workplace (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Guidelines for Measures to be Taken by Employers to Help Workers Who Take or are Taking Care of Children or Other Family Members Balance Their Work Life and Family Life (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Part I and Part II) (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures for Fukushima Reconstruction and Revitalization (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Zones for Reconstruction in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Basic Act on Reconstruction in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Promotion of Support Measures for the Lives of Disaster Victims to Protect and Support Children and Other Residents Suffering Damage due to the Tokyo Electric Power Company's Nuclear Accident (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Trade Relation Invisible Trade, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(September 24, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Electricity Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 24, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Promotion of Technology Transfer from Universities to Private Business Operators (tentative translation) has been released.(September 24, 2014)

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• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Gas Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 24, 2014)

• A translation of the Forest Pest Control Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• A translation of the Fishing Boat Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• A translation of the Rules of Personal Status Litigation (tentative translation) has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures against Dioxins (tentative translation) has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Cooperation with the International Criminal Court has been released.(September 22, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Limitation of Liability of Shipowners, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Notary Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Labor Tribunal Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

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• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Safety Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Consumer Safety Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for enforcement of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Basic Act for Persons with Disabilities (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on the Use of Numbers to Identify a Specific Individual in the Administrative Procedure (tentative translation) has been released.(September 19, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Basic Policy Concerning the Promotion of Research and Development Business and Supervisory Business by Specified Multinational Enterprises has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures to Promote Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures to Promote Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

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• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures to Promote Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order Concerning the Certification, etc. of Supervisory Business Plans has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order Concerning Certification, etc. of Research and Development Business Plans has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 28, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Civil Code (Part IV and Part V) (tentative translation) has been released.(August 19, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on the Control of Organizations Which Have Committed Acts of Indiscriminate Mass Murder has been released.(August 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Income Tax Act(Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Prohibition of Unauthorized Computer Access has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals has been replaced with the finalized translation.(August 15, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Order for Enforcement of Industrial Safety and Health Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 29, 2014)

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• A translation of the Basic Policy Concerning the Promotion of Research and Development Business and Supervisory Business by Specified Multinational Enterprises (tentative translation) has been released.(July 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures for Promotion of Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises (tentative translation) has been released.(July 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures for Promotion of Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises (tentative translation) has been released.(July 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures for Promotion of Research and Development Business, etc. by Specified Multinational Enterprises (tentative translation) has been released.(July 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Order Concerning the Certification, etc. of Research and Development Business Plans (tentative translation) has been released.(July 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Order Concerning the Certification, etc. of Supervisory Business Plans (tentative translation) has been released.(July 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Guardianship Registration, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(July 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Basic Act for National Resilience Contributing to Preventing and Mitigating Disasters for Developing Resilience in the Lives of the Citizenry (tentative translation) has been released.(July 25, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Labor Standards Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 25, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Non-Contentious Case Procedures Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 11, 2014)

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• A translation of the Payment Services Act (tentative translation) has been released.(July 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Cooperation with United Nations Peacekeeping Operations and Other Operations has been released.(July 8, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Atomic Energy Basic Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(July 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on the Protection of Specially Designated Secrets (tentative translation) has been released.(July 1, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Procurement of Electricity from Renewable Energy Sources by Electricity Utilities (tentative translation) has been released.(June 30, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the The Police Duties Execution Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 30, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Export Trade Control Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 26, 2014)

• A translation of the Employment Measures Act has been released.(June 26, 2014)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver9.0 has been released.(June 26, 2014)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order on Budgets, the Settlement of Accounts, and Accounting (Chapter VII) has been released.(June 25, 2014)

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• A translation of the Bar Examination Act has been released.(June 25, 2014)

• A translation of the Fertilizer Regulation Act has been released.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Special Measures to Facilitate Investment in Agricultural Corporations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Electricity Business Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 16, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on the Prevention, etc. of Child Abuse has been released.(June 16, 2014)

• A translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on the Permission, Regulation, Etc. of Designated Fisheries has been released.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ordinance for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Cabinet Order Specifying the Designated Sectors of the Fishing Industry under Paragraph (1) of Article 52 of the Fishery Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 16, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the National Public Service Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(June 12, 2014)

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• An updated translation of the Trademark Act (tentative translation) has been released.(June 10, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act against Unjustifiable Premiums and Misleading Representations (tentative translation) has been released.(June 10, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Household Goods Quality Labeling Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 29, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Order on Book-Entry Transfer of National Government Bonds (tentative translation) has been released.(May 23, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Export Trade Control Order (tentative translation) has been released.(May 23, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Industrial Safety and Health Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 16, 2014)

• A translation of the Non-Contentious Cases Procedures Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 15, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Utility Model Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 15, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals (tentative translation) has been released.(May 15, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Regulation of Fishing Operation by Foreign Nationals (tentative translation) has been released.(May 15, 2014)

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• An updated translation of the Labor Standards Act (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Trade Relation Invisible Trade, etc. has been replaced with the finalized translation.(May 8, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2014)

• A translation of the Act on Criminal Trials with Participation of Saiban-in (tentative translation) has been released.(May 8, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations (tentative translation)) has been released.(May 1, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on Securitization of Assets (tentative translation) has been released.(April 22, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Medical Care Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 18, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(April 18, 2014)

• A translation of the Landscape Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 18, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Banking Act (tentative translation) has been released.(April 18, 2014)

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• The tentative translation of the Guidelines for the Measures, etc. concerning the Employment Management Improvement, etc. for Part-Time Workers to Be Taken by Business Operators has been replaced with the finalized translation.(April 14, 2014)

• Translation development plan in 2014［Revised Version］ (in Japanese) has been released.(March 26, 2014)

• Translation development plan in 2015 (in Japanese) has been released.(March 26, 2014)

• A translation of the Basic Act on the Advancement of Utilizing Geospatial Information (tentative translation) has been released.(March 18, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Family Register Act has been released.(March 18, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on General Rules for National Taxes (Extract) (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Corporation Tax Act(Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act(Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

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• An updated translation of the Trust Act (tentative translation) has been released.(March 14, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Rules of Civil Rehabilitation has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Port Regulations has been replaced with the finalized translation.(March 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation(Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Trust Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Securitization of Assets (tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Rules on Applications for Approval, Reporting, Notification, etc. Pursuant to the Provisions of Articles 9 to 16 of the Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade (tentative translation) has been released.(February 28, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Labor Tribunal Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 28, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Penal Institutions and Treatment of Inmates (tentative translation) has been released.(February 21, 2014)

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• A translation of the Act on Prohibition of Unauthorized Computer Access (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Act on Promotion of Consumer Education has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 20, 2014)

• The tentative translation of the Offenders Rehabilitation Services Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(February 20, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (tentative translation) has been released.(February 20, 2014)

• A translation of the Family Register Act has been released.(January 29, 2014)

• A translation of the Corporate Reorganization Act has been released.(January 27, 2014)

• A translation of the Act for Implementation of the Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (tentative translation) has been released.(January 21, 2014)

• A translation of the Civil Conciliation Act (tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Ministerial Ordinance on Trade Relation Invisible Trade, etc. (tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2014)

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• An updated translation of the Electricity Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(January 16, 2014)

• A translation of the Arbitration Act(tentative translation) has been released.(January 14, 2014)

• An updated translation of the Act on Port Regulations (tentative translation) has been released.(January 9, 2014)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Nationality Act has been released.(December 20, 2013)

• An updated translation of the Gas Business Act (tentative translation) has been released.(December 4, 2013)

• The tentative translation of the Act on the Settlement of Environmental Pollution Disputes has been replaced with the finalized translation.(December 2, 2013)

• The tentative translation of the Export Trade Control Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 20, 2013)

• The tentative translation of the Unfair Competition Prevention Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 20, 2013)

• A translation of the Act on Settlement of Environmental Pollution Disputes (tentative translation) has been released.(November 20, 2013)

• The tentative translation of the Foreign Exchange Order has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 20, 2013)

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• The tentative translation of the Air Pollution Control Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(November 12, 2013)

• A translation of the Installment Sales Act (tentative translation) has been released.(November 12, 2013)

• A translation of the Guidelines for the Measures, etc. concerning the Employment Management Improvement, etc. for Part-Time Workers to Be Taken by Business Operators (tentative translation) has been released.(October 28, 2013)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds (tentative translation) has been released.(October 28, 2013)

• An updated translation of the Commodity Derivatives Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 28, 2013)

• A translation of the Private Schools Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 28, 2013)

• An updated translation of the National Public Service Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 28, 2013)

• A translation of the Act on the Protection of the Ozone Layer Through the Control of Specified Substances and Other Measures (tentative translation) has been released.(October 24, 2013)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 24, 2013)

• A translation of the Medical Care Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 24, 2013)

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• An updated translation of the Income Tax Act(Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) (tentative translation) has been released.(October 24, 2013)

• A translation of the Commercial Code has been released.(October 22, 2013)

• The tentative translation of the Interest Rate Restriction Act has been replaced with the finalized translation.(October 22, 2013)

• A translation of the Construction Business Act has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• A translation of the Interest Rate Restriction Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• A translation of the Rules of Civil Rehabilitation (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• An updated translation of the Act on Land and Building Leases (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

• A translation of the Act on General Incorporated Associations and General Incorporated Foundations (tentative translation) has been released.(October 17, 2013)

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• A translation of the Act to Prevent Soil Contamination on Agricultural Land (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2013)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures to Facilitate Investment in Agricultural Corporations (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2013)

• A translation of the Cabinet Order Specifying the Designated Sectors of the Fishing　Industry under Paragraph (1) of Article 52 of the Fishery Act (tentative translation) has been released.(October 16, 2013)

• A translation of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 27, 2013)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 27, 2013)

• A translation of the Order for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2013)

• A translation of the Rules of Civil Execution (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2013)

• An updated translation of the Consumer Product Safety Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2013)

• An updated translation of the Industrial Technology Enhancement Act (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2013)

• A translation of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Revitalization of Industry and Innovation in Industrial Activities (tentative translation) has been released.(September 25, 2013)

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• The tentative translation of the Export Trade Control Ordinance has been replaced with the finalized translation.(September 12, 2013)

• A Translation of Public Records and Archives Management Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(September 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Foreign Exchange Order( Tentative translation ) was released.(September 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Design Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(September 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Labor Tribunal Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(September 2, 2013)

• A Translation of Atomic Energy Basic Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(September 2, 2013)

• A Translation of Certified Administrative Procedures Legal Specialist Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 28, 2013)

• A Translation of Act on Japan Society for the Promotion of Science ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 27, 2013)

• A Translation of Air Pollution Control Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 27, 2013)

• A Translation of Deposit Insurance Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 8, 2013)

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• A Translation of The Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 8, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Act on Conservation of Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora was released.(August 8, 2013)

• A Translation of Act on Promotion of Consumer Education ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 6, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Export Trade Control Order ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Measures by Large-Scale Retail Stores for Preservation of Living Environment was released.(August 5, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Offenders Rehabilitation Services Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Act on Conservation of Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Export Trade Control Ordinance ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Unfair Competition Prevention Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Revitalization of Industry and Innovation in Industrial Activities ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 5, 2013)

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• An updated Translation of The Police Duties Execution Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 1, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Installment Sales Act ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 1, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Code of Civil Procedure ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 1, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Businesses ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 1, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds ( Tentative translation ) was released.(August 1, 2013)

• A Translation of Rules on Reporting and the Submission of Supporting Materials in Relation to Immunity from or Reduction of Surchargeswas released.(July 16, 2013)

• A Translation of Rules on Hearings by the Fair Trade Commission was released.(July 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade was released.(July 8, 2013)

• A Translation of Religious Corporations Act was released.(June 26, 2013)

• A Translation of Nuclear Damage Compensation Facilitation Corporation Act was released.(June 19, 2013)

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• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Nuclear Damage Compensation Facilitation Corporation Act was released.(June 19, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Commodity Derivatives Act was released.(May 21, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Ordinance of the Ministry Specifying Goods and Technologies Pursuant to Provisions of the Appended Table 1 of the Export Control Order and the Appended Table of the Foreign Exchange Order was released.(May 14, 2013)

• A Translation of Trade Insurance and Investment Act was released.(May 14, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act was released.(May 14, 2013)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver8.0 was released.(May 8, 2013)

• Act on Public Health Nurses, Midwives, and Nurses was released.(April 19, 2013)

• Medical Practitioners' Actwas released.(April 18, 2013)

• Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Revitalization of Industry and Innovation in Industrial Activities was released.(April 18, 2013)

• Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Measures by Large-Scale Retail Stores for Preservation of Living Environment was released.(April 18, 2013)

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• A Translation of Ordinance on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Quarterly Financial Statements, etc. was released.(April 15, 2013)

• A Translation of Act on Social Welfare for the Elderly was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance on Terminology, Forms, and Preparation Methods of Consolidated Financial Statements was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Sale, etc. of Financial Instruments was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Deposit Insurance Act was released.(April 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Specified Commercial Transactions was released.(April 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Act on Specified Commercial Transactions was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Money Lending Act was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Cabinet Office Ordinance on the Provision and Publication of Information on Securities was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Book-Entry of Company Bonds, Shares, etc. was released.(April 11, 2013)

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• A Translation of Cabinet Office Ordinance on Audit Certification of Financial Statements, etc. was released.(April 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Act on Special Measures concerning Cargo Inspections etc. Conducted by the Government Taking into Consideration United Nations Security Council Resolution 1874, etc. was released.(April 11, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Act on Sales, etc. of Financial Instruments was released.(April 11, 2013)

• Translation development plan in 2013［Revised Version］ (in Japanese) was released.(March 28, 2013)

• Translation development plan in 2014 (in Japanese) was released.(March 28, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Insurance Business Act was released.(March 25, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Insurance Business Act was released.(March 25, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Electronically Recorded Monetary Claims Act was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Electronically Recorded Monetary Claims Act was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Cabinet Office Ordinance on Funds Transfer Service Providers was released.(March 21, 2013)

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• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Certified Public Accountants Act was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business by a Financial Institution was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Engagement in Trust Business by a Financial Institution was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Act on the Prevention of Elder Abuse, Support for Caregivers of Elderly Persons and Other Related Matters was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Public Accounting Act (Chapter IV) was released.(March 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Real Property Registration Order was released.(March 13, 2013)

• A Translation of Basic Consumer Act was released.(March 13, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Soil Contamination Countermeasures Act was released.(March 11, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Consumer Contract Act was released.(February 14, 2013)

• An updated Translation of Consumer Contract Act was released.(February 14, 2013)

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• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Improvement, etc. of Employment Management for Part-Time Workers was released.(January 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Social Welfare Act was released.(January 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Personal Status Litigation Act was released.(January 21, 2013)

• A Translation of Ordinance on Real Property Registration was released.(December 14, 2012)

• A Translation of Court Enforcement Officer Act was released.(November 20, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Civil Provisional Remedies Act was released.(November 13, 2012)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations was released.(November 12, 2012)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Certified Public Accountants Act was released.(November 12, 2012)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Businesses was released.(October 18, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Cabinet Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc. was released.(October 4, 2012)

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• A Translation of Consumer Safety Act was released.(October 4, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Act Regulating the Receipt of Contributions, the Receipt of Deposits, and Interest Rates was released.(September 12, 2012)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Installment Sales Act was released.(August 14, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Designation of Unfair Trade Practices was released.(July 13, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Rules on Applications for Approval, Reporting, Notification, etc. Pursuant to the Provisions of Articles 9 to 16 of the Act on Prohibition of Private Monopolization and Maintenance of Fair Trade was released.(July 5, 2012)

• A Translation of Ministerial Ordinance Specifying the Method of Provision of Information on the Properties and Handling of Designated Chemical Substances, etc. was released.(July 5, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on the Evaluation of Chemical Substances and Regulation of Their Manufacture, etc. was released.(June 27, 2012)

• A Translation of Act on Building Unit Ownership, etc. was released.(June 20, 2012)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on Confirmation, etc. of Release Amounts of Specific Chemical Substances in the Environment and Promotion of Improvements to the Management Thereof was released.(May 30, 2012)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act on the Evaluation of Chemical Substances and Regulation of Their Manufacture, etc. as the Act Relates to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry was released.(May 14, 2012)

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• An updated Translation of Unfair Competition Prevention Act was released.(April 20, 2012)

• A Translation of Act on Special Measures Concerning Claim Management and Collection Businesses was released.(April 20, 2012)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver7.0 was released.(April 10, 2012)

• Translation development plan in 2012［Revised Version］ (in Japanese) was released.(April 3, 2012)

• Translation development plan in 2013 (in Japanese) was released.(April 3, 2012)

• A Translation of Guidelines Concerning Abuse of a Superior Bargaining Position under the Antimonopoly Act was released.(March 21, 2012)

• A Translation of Act on the Deposit, etc. Transaction Agreements of Specified Commodities, etc. was released.(March 2, 2012)

• An updated Translation of Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc. was released.(February 3, 2012)

• A Translation of Act on the Law Applicable to the Obligation of Support was released.(February 1, 2012)

• A Translation of Ordinance Related to Notification, etc. Concerning the Manufacture or Import of New Chemical Substances was released.(January 25, 2012)

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• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Civil Provisional Remedies Act was released.(January 24, 2012)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Civil Execution Act was released.(January 24, 2012)

• A Translation of Act on the Law Applicable to the Form of Wills was released.(January 24, 2012)

• A Translation of Consigned Freight Forwarding Business Act was released.(January 18, 2012)

• A Translation of Motor Truck Transportation Business Act was released.(January 18, 2012)

• A Translation of Basic Act on Hepatitis Measures was released.(December 22, 2011)

• An updated Translation of Act on the Transnational Transfer of Sentenced Persons was released.(December 22, 2011)

• A Translation of Rules on Investigations by the Fair Trade Commission was released.(December 22, 2011)

• A Translation of Labor Contract Act was released.(December 6, 2011)

• A Translation of Cabinet Order on Expenses, etc. for Hearings by the Japan Fair Trade Commission was released.(November 11, 2011)

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• A Translation of Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health was released.(October 25, 2011)

• A Translation of Code of Criminal Procedure (Part III ～) was released.(October 21, 2011)

• A Translation of Subversive Activities Prevention Act was released.(September 29, 2011)

• A Translation of Commissioner's Directive on the Operation of Transfer Pricing (Administrative Guidelines) was released.(September 27, 2011)

• A Translation of Rules of Criminal Procedure was released.(September 8, 2011)

• A Translation of Juvenile Act was released.(August 29, 2011)

• A Translation of Ministerial Ordinance for the Technical Standards for Port and Harbor Facilities was released.(August 5, 2011)

• A Translation of Port and Harbor Act was released.(August 5, 2011)

• An updated Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) was released.(July 29, 2011)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Civil Aeronautics Act was released.(July 8, 2011)

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• A Translation of Act on Securitization of Assets was released.(June 14, 2011)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver6.0 was released.(June 2, 2011)

• An updated Translation of Volunteer Probation Officers Act was released.(May 26, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on General Rules for Application of Laws was released.(May 26, 2011)

• A Translation of Meteorological Service Act was released.(April 19, 2011)

• An updated Translation of Banking Act was released.(April 13, 2011)

• A Translation of Cabinet Office Ordinance on Definitions under Article 2 of the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act was released.(April 13, 2011)

• A Translation of Order Providing for the Categories, etc. Prescribed in Article 26, Paragraph (2) of the Banking Act was released.(April 13, 2011)

• Translation development plan in 2011［Revised Version］ (in Japanese) was released.(April 8, 2011)

• Translation development plan in 2012 (in Japanese) was released.(April 8, 2011)

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• An updated Translation of Immigration Act on the Evaluation of Chemical Substances and Regulation of Their Manufacture, etc. was released.(March 3, 2011)

• A Translation of Money Lending Business Act was released.(March 3, 2011)

• A Translation of Outline of the National Land Use Planning Act was released.(February 25, 2011)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Confirmation, etc. of Release Amounts of Specific Chemical Substances in the Environment and Promotion of Improvements to the Management Thereof was released.(February 17, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology was released.(February 17, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on Standardization and Proper Quality Labeling of Agricultural and Forestry Products was released.(February 17, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on the Promotion of Public Utilization of the Specific Advanced Large Research Facilities was released.(February 10, 2011)

• A Translation of Basic Act on Biodiversity was released.(January 28, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on Control of Household Products Containing Harmful Substances was released.(January 26, 2011)

• A Translation of Act on the Civil Jurisdiction of Japan with respect to a Foreign State, etc. was released.(January 4, 2011)

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• A Translation of Trust Business Act was released.(December 28, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Land and Building Leases was released.(December 15, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on General Rules for National Taxes (Extract) was released.(December 15, 2010)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations) was released.(December 13, 2010)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act (Limited to the provisions related to foreign corporations) was released.(December 3, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Costs of Civil Procedure was released.(December 3, 2010)

• A Translation of Electronic Public Notice Rules was released.(December 3, 2010)

• A Translation of Trust Act was released.(November 25, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Recognition of and Assistance for Foreign Insolvency Proceedings was released.(November 24, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act was released.(November 12, 2010)

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• A Translation of State Redress Act was released.(November 12, 2010)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Companies Act was released.(November 12, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Ministerial Ordinance to Provide for Criteria Pursuant to Article 7, paragraph (1), item (ii) of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act was released.(October 1, 2010)

• A Translation of Administrative Case Litigation Act was released.(September 17, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Act for Establishment of the Japan Transport Safety Board was released.(September 16, 2010)

• A Translation of Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance Act was released.(September 16, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Electrical Appliances and Materials Safety Act was released.(July 30, 2010)

• A Translation of Insurance Business Act was released.(July 14, 2010)

• A Translation of Ministerial Ordinance on Trade Relation Invisible Trade, etc. was released.(July 5, 2010)

• A Translation of Financial Instruments and Exchange Act was released.(July 1, 2010)

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• A Translation of Employment Insurance Act was released.(June 29, 2010)

• A Translation of Patent Attorney Act was released.(June 21, 2010)

• A Translation of Sustainable Aquaculture Production Assurance Act was released.(June 15, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Investment Trusts and Investment Corporations was released.(June 9, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act was released.(June 9, 2010)

• A Translation of Certified Public Accountants Act was released.(June 3, 2010)

• An updated Translation of Commodity Exchange Act was released.(June 1, 2010)

• A Translation of Ordinance of the Ministry Specifying Goods and Technologies Pursuant to Provisions of the Appended Table 1 of the Export Control Order and the Appended Table of the Foreign Exchange Order was released.(June 1, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on the New Energy and Industrial Technology　Development Organization was released.(May 20, 2010)

• A Translation of National Tax Collection Act（Extract） was released.(May 20, 2010)

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• A Translation of Act on Preservation and Control of Living Marine Resources was released.(May 19, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on the Promotion of New Energy Usage was released.(May 11, 2010)

• Translation development plan in 2010［Revised Version］ (in Japanese) was released.(April 28, 2010)

• Translation development plan in 2011 (in Japanese) was released.(April 28, 2010)

• Standard Legal Terms Dictionary Ver5.0 was released.(April 28, 2010)

• A Translation of Ordinance for Enforcement of the Commodity Exchange Act was released.(April 22, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Special Measures Concerning New Energy Use by operators of electric utilities was released.(April 22, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Earthquake Insurance was released.(April 20, 2010)

• A Translation of Bankruptcy Act was released.(April 14, 2010)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Income Tax Act（Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations）was released.(April 9, 2010)

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• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Corporation Tax Act（Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations）was released.(April 9, 2010)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures Concerning Taxation（Limited to the provisions related to nonresidents and foreign corporations） was released.(April 9, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on Special Provisions, etc. of the Civil Code Concerning the Perfection Requirements for the Assignment of Movables and Claims was released.(March 23, 2010)

• A Translation of Act Regulating the Receipt of Contributions, Receipt of Deposits and Interest Rates was released.(March 23, 2010)

• A Translation of Act of Extradition was released.(March 23, 2010)

• A Translation of Attorney Act was released.(March 23, 2010)

• A Translation of Fire Service Act was released.(March 23, 2010)

• A Translation of Act on the Restriction of Maritime Transportation of Foreign Military Supplies, etc. in Armed Attack Situations was released.(March 18, 2010)

• A Translation of Civil Provisional Remedies Act was released.(March 8, 2010)

• A Translation of Real Property Registration Act was released.(March 8, 2010)

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• The Standard Bilingual Dictionary Ver4.1 was released.(February 17, 2010)

• A Translation of Export Trade Control Order was released.(October 30, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on Marine Accident Inquiry was released.(October 30, 2009)

• A Translation of Labor Relations Adjustment Act was released.(October 30, 2009)

• A Translation of Banking Act was released.(October 30, 2009)

• A Translation of Fishery Act was released.(October 30, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on the Treatment of Prisoners of War and Other Detainees in Armed Attack Situations was released.(October 21, 2009)

• A Translation of City Planning Act was released.(September 10, 2009)

• A Translation of Standards for Establishment of Universities was released.(September 10, 2009)

• A Translation of Commercial Registration Act was released.(September 10, 2009)

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• A Translation of Outline of the Survey Act was released.(September 2, 2009)

• A Translation of Cabinet Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc. was released.(August 12, 2009)

• A Translation of Order on Inward Direct Investment, etc. was released.(August 12, 2009)

• A Translation of Foreign Exchange Order was released.(August 12, 2009)

• A Translation of Export Trade Control Ordinance was released.(July 6, 2009)

• A Translation of Nationality Act was released.(July 6, 2009)

• A Translation of Cabinet Order for the Council for Science and Technology Policy was released. (July 6, 2009)

• A Translation of Human Resources Development Promotion Act was released.(July 3, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on the Rational Use of Energy was released.(July 3, 2009)

• A Translation of Court Act was released.(July 3, 2009)

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• A Translation of Act on the Measures by Large-Scale Retail Stores for Preservation of Living Environment was released.(June 26, 2009)

• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Commodity Exchange Act was released.(June 26, 2009)

• A Translation of High Pressure Gas Safety Act was released.(June 26, 2009)

• The Standard Bilingual Dictionary Ver.4.0 was released.(May 22, 2009)

• The Saiban-in System began on May 21st, 2009.
  Please see here for more information about the Saiban-in System.(May 21, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on the Regulation of Nuclear Source Material, Nuclear Fuel Material and Reactors was released.(June 16, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on the Collection, etc. of Insurance Premiums of Labor Insurance was released.(June 16, 2009)

• Translations of Rules of Civil Procedure,Basic Act on Establishing a Sound Material-Cycle Society,Ordinance for Enforcement of the Act for Securing the Proper Operation of Worker Dispatching Undertakings and Improved Working Conditions for Dispatched Workers were released.(June 16, 2009)

• A Translation of Consumer Product Safety Act was released.(May 20, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on Formation and Development of Regional Industrial Clusters through
  Promotion of Establishment of New Business was released.(May 20, 2009)

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• A Translation of Order for Enforcement of the Act on Special Measures for the Promotion of New Energy Use, etc. was released.(May 20, 2009)

• A Translation of Act on the Transnational Transfer of Sentenced Persons was released.(May 20, 2009)

• A Translation of Offenders Rehabilitation Act was released.(May 15, 2009)

• A Translation of Comprehensive Legal Support Act was released.(May 14, 2009)

• Translation development plan in 2010 (in Japanese) was released.(April 22, 2009)

• Translation development plan in 2009 〔Revised Version〕(in Japanese) was released.(April 22, 2009)

• Japanese Law Translation System was launched. (April 1, 2009)

• Translations of 164 laws and 1653 law titles were released.(April 1, 2009)

• The Standard Bilingual Dictionary Ver.3.0 was released.(April 1, 2009)

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