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Japan AI Promotion Act

In force Japan · In force Jun 4, 2025 · no upcoming deadlines

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Deadlines

Takes effectSep 1, 2025 · 14 months ago · Source
AI Promotion Act fully in forceProvisions establishing the AI Strategy Headquarters and AI Basic Plan take effect.
Takes effectJun 4, 2025 · 17 months ago · Source
AI Promotion Act promulgated and partly in forceMost provisions, including basic principles and stakeholder duties, take effect on promulgation.

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What it does

A framework law to promote AI R&D and use, not to restrict it. It sets up the AI Strategy Headquarters under the Prime Minister and an AI Basic Plan. The government can investigate cases where AI causes harm to rights and publish guidance and names. It sets no direct compliance obligations or fines for businesses, beyond a duty to cooperate with government measures.

Who it applies to
National and local government, research institutions, and businesses using or developing AI (duty to cooperate). No thresholds.
Penalties
None. No administrative fines or criminal penalties; the government may issue guidance, investigate, and publicize inappropriate cases.
Enforced by
AI Strategy Headquarters (Cabinet), Cabinet Office
Official name
Act on Promotion of Research and Development, and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence-Related Technology
Citation
Enacted by the 217th Diet (bill submitted 28 Feb 2025)
Topics
AI
Verified 2026-09-22 cao.go.jp fpf.org
Research notes

The Cabinet Office confirms promulgation and partial effect on 4 June 2025 and full effect on 1 September 2025. The Diet passage date (28 May 2025) comes from secondary sources. The law number is not verified.

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Questions about Japan AI Promotion Act
What are the Japan AI Promotion Act compliance deadlines?
Jun 4, 2025: AI Promotion Act promulgated and partly in force. Sep 1, 2025: AI Promotion Act fully in force.
When does Japan AI Promotion Act take effect?
Japan AI Promotion Act took effect on Jun 4, 2025.
Who does Japan AI Promotion Act apply to?
National and local government, research institutions, and businesses using or developing AI (duty to cooperate). No thresholds.
What are the penalties under Japan AI Promotion Act?
None. No administrative fines or criminal penalties; the government may issue guidance, investigate, and publicize inappropriate cases.