AI laws in Japan: what applies in 2026
Japan’s AI Promotion Act takes a light-touch approach with no penalties. Here is what it does, what the AI Basic Plan says, and how deepfakes are handled.
AI laws in Japan
Every AI law and rule we track in Japan: where it stands, when it takes effect and what it means for you.
| Law | Where | Status | Key date | Last checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Promotion Act | JP Japan | In force | In force since | |
| Tottori deepfake ordinance | JP-31 Tottori, JP | In force | In force since |
Showing 2 of 2 laws
2025
- JP-31 Tottori deepfake ordinance — Ban applies
- JP AI Promotion Act — Passed by the Diet
- JP AI Promotion Act — Promulgated; partly in force
- JP-31 Tottori deepfake ordinance — Deletion orders, fines and naming of people who ignore orders apply
- JP AI Promotion Act — Fully in force; AI Strategy Headquarters set up
- JP AI Promotion Act — Headquarters issues guidelines on appropriate AI development and use
- JP AI Promotion Act — Cabinet adopts first AI Basic Plan
2026
- JP AI Promotion Act — Cabinet approves revised AI Basic Plan