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Act on Protection of Personal Information amended, effective January 17, 2027
Original title: 個人情報の保護に関する法律
- Published
- Source: laws.e-gov.go.jp
- Effective
- Not stated
- Deadline
- Not stated
- Framework: Japan APPI
- Act No. 57 of 2003 (as in force from 1 October 2026) source
Why it matters
The Act on Protection of Personal Information (APPI) has been amended with revisions taking effect on January 17, 2027. The amendments update Japan's personal data protection framework. Organizations handling personal information in Japan must ensure compliance with the revised requirements.
Who is affected
Organizations handling personal information in Japan across all sectors
What to do
AI-assisted summary of the official document; the official text prevails. Not legal advice.