Japan

Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI)

Ducara helps you comply with the Japanese Constitution and the APPI of 2003 (as amended in 2020), which protect the right to privacy and personal information for individuals. Ducara ensures that your personal information processing is based on one of the legal bases, such as consent, contract, or legitimate interest, and that you respect the rights holders’ rights and choices. Ducara also assists you with the obligations and procedures established by the APPI, such as obtaining prior consent for sensitive information, complying with cross-border data transfer rules, implementing security measures, and cooperating with the Personal Information Protection Commission.