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Asia-Pacific drone rules

Japan drone laws for travelers

Japan is possible, but dense population, famous sites, and strict airspace rules mean DIPS planning is part of the trip.

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Japan

Permit path required

Registration plus permission for many common shots

Japan is possible, but dense population, famous sites, and strict airspace rules mean DIPS planning is part of the trip.

Bring it

Tourist landmarks, temples, parks, and cities often restrict launch even when national paperwork is in order.

Register it

Use DIPS 2.0 for registration, permission, and approval services.

Fly it

Register all 100 g+ unmanned aircraft in DIPS, display the registration ID, and comply with Remote ID requirements.

Map check

Check DID, airport, event, and local site restrictions before flying.

Before you travel

  1. 01Register 100 g+ drones through DIPS 2.0.
  2. 02Apply for MLIT permission/approval for restricted operations.
  3. 03File required flight plans/logs where the operation triggers them.
  4. 04Check local signs and site manager rules at temples, parks, and landmarks.

Operating notes

Max altitude
150 m is a permission threshold. DID/city areas, airports, night, BVLOS, events, and close-to-people flights also need approval.
Recreational
Register all 100 g+ unmanned aircraft in DIPS, display the registration ID, and comply with Remote ID requirements.
Commercial work
Commercial work must meet MLIT requirements and obtain permissions/approvals for restricted operations.
Airspace
Check DID, airport, event, and local site restrictions before flying.