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Japan STR Regulatory Digest: National Inspection Protocols, Cultural Tourism Zoning & Licensing Rules

Japan STR Regulatory Digest: National Inspection Protocols, Cultural Tourism Zoning & Licensing Rules

Executive Overview

This digest consolidates a large batch of recent legislative updates and cabinet orders issued by the Japanese government. These include critical changes to the Residential Lodging Business Act (Minpaku), new cultural tourism zoning laws in cities like Kyoto and Nara, and updated mortgage registration rules for tourism facilities.

Cabinet Order Designating Corporations Under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business

Original Title: [国際観光事業の助成に関する法律第一条の法人を指定する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Designating Corporations Under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business (Promulgated: December 26, 1949)

Source: Read more

Nara International Cultural and Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [奈良国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Nara International Cultural and Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: October 21, 1950)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Specifying Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法第二条の観光施設を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Specifying Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law (Promulgated: November 20, 1968)

Source: Read more

Nara International Cultural Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [奈良国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Nara International Cultural Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: October 21, 1950)

Source: Read more

International Tourist Hotel Development Law

Original Title: [国際観光ホテル整備法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: International Tourist Hotel Development Law (Promulgated: December 24, 1949)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Designating Corporations under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Promotion of International Tourism Business

Original Title: [国際観光事業の助成に関する法律第一条の法人を指定する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Designating Corporations under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Promotion of International Tourism Business (Promulgated: December 26, 1949)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Designating Corporations under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business

Original Title: [国際観光事業の助成に関する法律第一条の法人を指定する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Designating Corporations under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business (Promulgated: December 26, 1949)

Source: Read more

Hotel Business Law Enforcement Regulations

Original Title: [旅館業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Hotel Business Law Enforcement Regulations (Promulgated: July 24, 1948)

Source: Read more

Rules Concerning Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Rules Concerning Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Ordinance for Enforcement of the Residential Lodging Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Enforcement of the Residential Lodging Business Act (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specific Regions Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Local Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Activities

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specific Regions Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Local Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Activities (Promulgated: June 26, 1992)

Source: Read more

Kyoto International Culture and Tourism City Development Law

Original Title: [京都国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Kyoto International Culture and Tourism City Development Law (Promulgated: October 22, 1950)

Source: Read more

Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ordinance on Implementation of the Residential Lodging Business Act

Original Title: [国土交通省関係住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ordinance on Implementation of the Residential Lodging Business Act (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Beppu International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law

Original Title: [別府国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Beppu International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law (Promulgated: July 18, 1950)

Source: Read more

Ordinance for Enforcement of the Hotel Business Law

Original Title: [旅館業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Enforcement of the Hotel Business Law (Promulgated: June 21, 1957)

Source: Read more

Tourism Facility Foundation Mortgage Registration Rules

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当登記規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Tourism Facility Foundation Mortgage Registration Rules (Promulgated: November 30, 1968)

Source: Read more

Imperial Ordinance Defining Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法第二条の観光施設を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Imperial Ordinance Defining Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law (Promulgated: November 20, 1968)

Source: Read more

Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specified Regional Areas through the Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Resources

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specified Regional Areas through the Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Resources (Promulgated: June 26, 1992)

Source: Read more

Act on the Construction of Matsue as an International Cultural Tourism City

Original Title: [松江国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Act on the Construction of Matsue as an International Cultural Tourism City (Promulgated: March 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Construction Act

Original Title: [松江国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Construction Act (Promulgated: March 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Rules Concerning Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearings

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Rules Concerning Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearings (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order on Financial Measures and Related Matters for the Development of International Tourism and Cultural Cities

Original Title: [国際観光文化都市の整備のための財政上の措置等に関する法律施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order on Financial Measures and Related Matters for the Development of International Tourism and Cultural Cities (Promulgated: November 15, 1977)

Source: Read more

Enforcement Regulations for the Law on Subsidies for International Tourism Business

Original Title: [国際観光事業の助成に関する法律施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Enforcement Regulations for the Law on Subsidies for International Tourism Business (Promulgated: January 28, 1950)

Source: Read more

Law for Construction of Matsuyama International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City

Original Title: [松山国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Law for Construction of Matsuyama International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City (Promulgated: April 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Matsue International Culture and Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [松江国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Matsue International Culture and Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: March 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Establishing Travel Expenses, Daily Allowances, and Accommodation Fees for Prosecutorial Review Commissioners and Others

Original Title: [検察審査員等の旅費、日当及び宿泊料を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Establishing Travel Expenses, Daily Allowances, and Accommodation Fees for Prosecutorial Review Commissioners and Others (Promulgated: January 29, 1949)

Source: Read more

Rules on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Allowances for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Rules on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Allowances for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Regional Commerce and Industry Through the Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Heritage

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Regional Commerce and Industry Through the Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Heritage (Promulgated: June 26, 1992)

Source: Read more

Act on Construction of Nara International Cultural and Tourism City

Original Title: [奈良国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Act on Construction of Nara International Cultural and Tourism City (Promulgated: October 21, 1950)

Source: Read more

Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Act Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Act Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Rules Regarding Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Rules Regarding Travel Expenses and Accommodation Charges for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Atami International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law

Original Title: [熱海国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Atami International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law (Promulgated: August 1, 1950)

Source: Read more

Regulation for Implementation of the Residential Accommodation Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Regulation for Implementation of the Residential Accommodation Business Act (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Kyoto International Cultural Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [京都国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Kyoto International Cultural Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: October 22, 1950)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Defining Tourism Facilities Under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Act

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法第二条の観光施設を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Defining Tourism Facilities Under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Act (Promulgated: November 20, 1968)

Source: Read more

Ministerial Ordinance on Special Provisions Regarding the Format of Identity Certificates Carried by Staff During On-Site Inspections Pursuant to the Housing Accommodation Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法の規定に基づく立入検査の際に携帯する職員の身分を示す証明書の様式の特例に関する省令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ministerial Ordinance on Special Provisions Regarding the Format of Identity Certificates Carried by Staff During On-Site Inspections Pursuant to the Housing Accommodation Business Act (Promulgated: October 22, 2021)

Source: Read more

Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Act

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Act (Promulgated: June 3, 1968)

Source: Read more

Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [松江国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: March 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Residential Building Accommodation Business Law

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Residential Building Accommodation Business Law (Promulgated: June 16, 2017)

Source: Read more

Atami International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law

Original Title: [熱海国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Atami International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Law (Promulgated: August 1, 1950)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Designating Corporations Under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business

Original Title: [国際観光事業の助成に関する法律第一条の法人を指定する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Designating Corporations Under Article 1 of the Law Concerning Subsidies for International Tourism Business (Promulgated: December 26, 1949)

Source: Read more

Matsuyama International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City Development Act

Original Title: [松山国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Matsuyama International Tourism Hot Spring Cultural City Development Act (Promulgated: April 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Hearing Procedures under the Rehabilitation Protection Act

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Hearing Procedures under the Rehabilitation Protection Act (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Ministry Ordinance on Special Provisions Regarding the Format of Identity Certificates Carried by Officials During On-Site Inspections Under the Residential Accommodation Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法の規定に基づく立入検査の際に携帯する職員の身分を示す証明書の様式の特例に関する省令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ministry Ordinance on Special Provisions Regarding the Format of Identity Certificates Carried by Officials During On-Site Inspections Under the Residential Accommodation Business Act (Promulgated: October 22, 2021)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Pursuant to Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce/Industry in Specified Regions through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Other Cultural Assets

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律第六条第三項の率を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Pursuant to Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce/Industry in Specified Regions through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Other Cultural Assets (Promulgated: September 24, 1992)

Source: Read more

Enforcement Rules of the Residential Lodging Business Law

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Enforcement Rules of the Residential Lodging Business Law (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Beppu International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Act

Original Title: [別府国際観光温泉文化都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Beppu International Tourist Hot Spring Cultural City Development Act (Promulgated: July 18, 1950)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures in Connection with the Enforcement of the Act Partially Amending the Hotel Business Law and Other Laws to Establish an Environment Conducive to the Continuity of Business Activities of Life Hygiene-Related Enterprises

Original Title: [生活衛生関係営業等の事業活動の継続に資する環境の整備を図るための旅館業法等の一部を改正する法律の施行に伴う経過措置に関する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures in Connection with the Enforcement of the Act Partially Amending the Hotel Business Law and Other Laws to Establish an Environment Conducive to the Continuity of Business Activities of Life Hygiene-Related Enterprises (Promulgated: July 21, 2023)

Source: Read more

Enforcement Regulations of the Hotel Business Law

Original Title: [旅館業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Enforcement Regulations of the Hotel Business Law (Promulgated: July 24, 1948)

Source: Read more

Standards for Facilities and Operations of Free Low-Cost Accommodations

Original Title: [無料低額宿泊所の設備及び運営に関する基準]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Standards for Facilities and Operations of Free Low-Cost Accommodations (Promulgated: August 19, 2019)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures Related to the Enforcement of the Partial Amendment to the Hotel Business Act and Other Laws to Establish an Environment Supporting the Continuation of Business Activities in Life Hygiene-Related Industries

Original Title: [生活衛生関係営業等の事業活動の継続に資する環境の整備を図るための旅館業法等の一部を改正する法律の施行に伴う経過措置に関する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures Related to the Enforcement of the Partial Amendment to the Hotel Business Act and Other Laws to Establish an Environment Supporting the Continuation of Business Activities in Life Hygiene-Related Industries (Promulgated: 2023-07-21)

Source: Read more

Residential Lodging Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Residential Lodging Business Act (住宅宿泊事業法) - Promulgated: June 16, 2017

Source: Read more

Nara International Cultural Tourism City Development Act

Original Title: [奈良国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Nara International Cultural Tourism City Development Act (Promulgated: October 21, 1950)

Source: Read more

Enforcement Regulation of the Residential Accommodation Business Act Administered by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism

Original Title: [国土交通省関係住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Enforcement Regulation of the Residential Accommodation Business Act Administered by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Allowances for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Act Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Regulation on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Allowances for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Act Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

International Tourist Hotel Development Act

Original Title: [国際観光ホテル整備法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: International Tourist Hotel Development Act (Promulgated: December 24, 1949)

Source: Read more

Ordinance for Enforcement of the Hotel Business Law

Original Title: [旅館業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Enforcement of the Hotel Business Law (Promulgated: June 21, 1957)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Specified in Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specific Regions Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Activities

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律第六条第三項の率を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Specified in Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specific Regions Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Activities (Promulgated: September 24, 1992)

Source: Read more

Standards for Facilities and Operations of Free Low-Cost Accommodation Facilities

Original Title: [無料低額宿泊所の設備及び運営に関する基準]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Standards for Facilities and Operations of Free Low-Cost Accommodation Facilities (Promulgated: August 19, 2019)

Source: Read more

Hotel Business Law Enforcement Order

Original Title: [旅館業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Hotel Business Law Enforcement Order (Promulgated: June 21, 1957)

Source: Read more

Ordinance for Enforcement of the住宅宿泊事業法 (Housing Accommodation Business Act) - Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism

Original Title: [国土交通省関係住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Enforcement of the Housing Accommodation Business Act under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures Accompanying the Enforcement of the Partial Amendment to the Hotel Business Act and Related Laws for the Development of an Environment Supporting the Continuation of Business Activities in Life and Health-Related Operations

Original Title: [生活衛生関係営業等の事業活動の継続に資する環境の整備を図るための旅館業法等の一部を改正する法律の施行に伴う経過措置に関する政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order on Transitional Measures Accompanying the Enforcement of the Partial Amendment to the Hotel Business Act and Related Laws for the Development of an Environment Supporting the Continuation of Business Activities in Life and Health-Related Operations (Promulgated: 2023-07-21)

Source: Read more

Standards for Equipment and Operations of Free/Low-Cost Accommodation Facilities

Original Title: [無料低額宿泊所の設備及び運営に関する基準]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Standards for Equipment and Operations of Free/Low-Cost Accommodation Facilities (Promulgated: August 19, 2019)

Source: Read more

Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Development Law

Original Title: [松江国際文化観光都市建設法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Matsue International Cultural Tourism City Development Law (Promulgated: March 1, 1951)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Establishing Travel Expenses, Daily Allowances, and Accommodation Fees for Prosecutorial Review Commission Members

Original Title: [検察審査員等の旅費、日当及び宿泊料を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Establishing Travel Expenses, Daily Allowances, and Accommodation Fees for Prosecutorial Review Commission Members (Promulgated: January 29, 1949)

Source: Read more

Tourism Facility Foundation Mortgage Registration Rules

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当登記規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Tourism Facility Foundation Mortgage Registration Rules (Promulgated: November 30, 1968)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Under Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specified Regional Areas Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Forms

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律第六条第三項の率を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Establishing the Rate Under Article 6, Paragraph 3 of the Law Concerning the Promotion of Tourism and Commerce and Industry in Specified Regional Areas Through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Forms (Promulgated: September 24, 1992)

Source: Read more

Enforcement Rules of the Residential Accommodation Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Enforcement Rules of the Residential Accommodation Business Act (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

Source: Read more

Rules on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures

Original Title: [更生保護法の審問手続における関係人の旅費及び宿泊料に関する規則]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Rules on Travel Expenses and Accommodation Fees for Related Parties in Rehabilitation Protection Law Hearing Procedures (Promulgated: 2025-11-04)

Source: Read more

Ordinance for Implementation of the Residential Lodging Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Implementation of the Residential Lodging Business Act (Promulgated: 2017-10-27)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Designating Tourist Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourist Facility Foundation Mortgage Law

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法第二条の観光施設を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Designating Tourist Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourist Facility Foundation Mortgage Law (Promulgated: November 20, 1968)

Source: Read more

Cabinet Order Defining Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law

Original Title: [観光施設財団抵当法第二条の観光施設を定める政令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Cabinet Order Defining Tourism Facilities under Article 2 of the Tourism Facilities Foundation Mortgage Law (Promulgated: November 20, 1968)

Source: Read more

Residential Accommodation Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Residential Accommodation Business Act (住宅宿泊事業法) (Promulgated: June 16, 2017)

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Act on Promotion of Tourism and Commerce/Industry in Specific Regions through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Activities

Original Title: [地域伝統芸能等を活用した行事の実施による観光及び特定地域商工業の振興に関する法律]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Act on Promotion of Tourism and Commerce/Industry in Specific Regions through Implementation of Events Utilizing Regional Traditional Performing Arts and Similar Cultural Activities (Promulgated: June 26, 1992)

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Ordinance for Enforcement of the House Rental Business Act

Original Title: [住宅宿泊事業法施行令]

Regulatory Update for Nationwide, Japan

Japanese law: Ordinance for Enforcement of the House Rental Business Act (Promulgated: October 27, 2017)

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