Japan Reproduction Rights Center, Copyright management organization in Minato, Japan
The Japan Reproduction Rights Center is a licensing organization in Minato that manages permissions for books, journals, academic documents, newspapers, photographs, and artworks throughout Japan. The facility processes requests for both digital reproduction and traditional publishing through multiple communication channels.
The center began operations on September 30, 1991, and received official recognition from the Agency for Cultural Affairs in 2002. This designation established it as the primary managing body for reproduction rights in the country.
The center works with partners from the arts, literature, and academia to manage intellectual property protection across Japan. These partnerships help creators and institutions legally safeguard their works and creations.
The center is located in the ATAGO TOYO Building in Minato and can be reached by phone or email for licensing inquiries. Visitors should check in advance what documentation is needed and confirm communication options before visiting.
In 2021, Nihon Keizai Shimbun, one of Japan's major newspapers, integrated the center's licensing framework into its operations. This partnership significantly expanded access to reproduction rights services for many more users.
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