Measures Against Counterfeit in Japan

On the basis of the data shown, we can focus on some problems in current counterfeit laws in Japan, such as: at first, a little drops in number of cases reported by government bodies in Japan, secondly, the concentration of counterfeit cases lies in personal apparels and electronics goods, those are mostly trademark right infringements goods, and originating mainly from China, and as the third problems, the necessary revision of Japanese counterfeit laws to deal with expanding area of infringement through Internet Service Providers. In order to resolve these points, we feel more effective legal adjustment may be necessary, and strong ties with Asia countries will be indispensable.