Severity: Medium New version JP Action required
Personal Information Protection Act amendments take effect
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
Japan's Personal Information Protection Act (個人情報の保護に関する法律) has been amended with revisions taking effect from December 31, 2026. These amendments update the regulatory framework governing personal data protection in Japan. Organizations handling personal information must review the revised requirements to ensure compliance with the updated legal obligations.
Who is affected
Organizations in Japan that collect, process, or handle personal information, including both private sector and public sector entities
What to do
AI-assisted summary of the official document; the official text prevails. Not legal advice.