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Japan's IT, explained in English.
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Rules and deadlines
Japan-specific IT regulations, government programs and compliance deadlines, tracked with primary sources.
How Japanese IT teams work
The realities of jōshisu (corporate IT) teams, from one-person IT departments to approval culture.
Japan's tech industry
Semiconductors, telecom, system integrators and SaaS: how the industry and its policies are changing. Premium does not cover stock picks or investment advice.
Security incidents
Major incidents in Japan and what they mean for your Japanese subsidiary or partners.
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- Japan's Municipal Cloud Migration: 10,013 Systems Miss the 2026 Deadline70.9% of Japan's municipal core systems met national standards by March 2026. What the carry-over, five Government Cloud services and 1.8x costs mean for vendors.Premium
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- Japan's Active Cyber Defense Law Is Live: What It Means for Your CompanyJapan's active cyber defense law took effect on October 1, 2026. Who must report incidents, the 3 to 5 day and 30 day deadlines, and what suppliers should do now.Premium