Industry Jun 21, 2026
Japan enacts copyright law changes for public performance royalties
Japanese lawmakers have voted through changes to the country’s copyright law so that artists and labels will have a public performance right, like in most other countries. It means artists and labels
Originally published by
Complete Music Update
Lawmakers in Japan have amended the country's copyright law to grant artists and labels public performance royalties for the first time. This change aligns Japan with most other countries that already provide such rights.
Consequently, artists and labels will now receive royalties when their recordings are played in public spaces within Japan. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.