Tōkyō High Public Prosecutors Office

The Tōkyō High Public Prosecutors Office is a judicial institution in Chiyoda-ku housed in a modern building that handles criminal prosecutions across the Tōkyō metropolitan area. The office processes appeals from lower courts, manages regional prosecution offices, and works with other nations on extradition cases.

This institution was established in 1947 during Japan's post-war reforms, marking a fundamental shift in how the nation's criminal prosecution system operated. The restructuring drew from French legal principles and created a more modern framework for the judiciary.

Public prosecutors undergo extensive training through the Japanese legal system, including specialized examinations and apprenticeships before their appointment.

Visitors can find the building in a central location with good public transit access, and entry is generally available to those with interest in visiting. Weekday mornings during business hours offer the best times to observe activity in and around the facility.

Within the building, specialized divisions focus on different types of criminal cases, from organized crime to corporate investigations and international legal affairs.

Location: Chiyoda-ku

GPS coordinates: 35.67567,139.75453

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08