Sanctions database

The Japanese government introduced the export ban on advanced products (quantum computers, 3D printers, etc.) destined for Russia. Based on this, the Cabinet Order to partially revise the Export Trade Control Ordinance (Cabinet Order No. 378 of 1945) was approved by the Cabinet, and it will implement the measures from May 20th. In addition, due to the amendment of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry notification, service transactions related to the above export bans will also be subject to regulation. Additional subject items including related technologies are as follows: - catalyzer for petroleum refining - quantum computer, other equipment utilizing the features of quantum and accessories and parts thereof - electron microscope, atomic force microscope, other microscope and equipment designed to be used with these microscopes - 3D printer and powdered metal and metal alloy to be used with them - manufacturing equipment for organic light-emitting diode, organic field effect transistor and organic solar cell - manufacturing equipment for micro electric machine system - manufacturing equipment for fuel made from hydrogen, which is limited to what is made using solar, wind and other renewable energy, and solar battery of high energy conversion efficiency - vacuum pump and vacuum indicator related with quantum technology - cooling system for very low temperature and accessories equipment thereof and parts thereof related with quantum technology - equipment to remove cover and encapsulant from integrated circuits - photodetector which has high quantum yield related with quantum technology - machine tool and parts thereof and numerical control for machine tool - material improving functions of preventing detection by electromagnetic wave (metamaterial), alloy consisting of same ratio of multiple chemical element (high-entropy alloy), and other advanced material (some parts are related with quantum technology) - electroconductive polymer, electrically semiconductive polymer and polymer with electroluminescence feature Link to the original

Ban on the export of luxury products to Russia. The items on the export control list, to take effect from April 5, span 19 categories: - alcoholic beverages (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - tobacco products (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - perfume, cosmetics (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - leather goods (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - fur (limited to the products exceeding JPY 40,000); - clothes, shoes (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000 / JPY 100,000); - hats / caps (limited to products with value exceeding JPY 100,000); - carpets (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - jewellery (excluding the products major materials of which is gold) (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - pottery products (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - glassware (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - apparatus for diving (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - cars, motor bicycle (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 6 million / JPY 2 million / JPY 600,000); - notebook personal computers (the parts used in the ship propulsion engine - limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 1,300,000 / JPY 40,000); - watches with jewellery (using precious metal) (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - grand pianos (limited to the products with value JPY 200,000); - works of art, antiques (limited to the products with value exceeding JPY 40,000); - banknotes, gold coins, ingots of gold. Link to the original

Japan will revise its foreign exchange law to prevent Russia from evading Western financial sanctions following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine through cryptocurrency assets.

Prohibition of new foreign direct investment for Russia. Approvals from the Ministry of Finance must be obtained for any new foreign direct investment to Russia that will commence on and after 12 May 2022. Prohibition to Japanese individuals and companies from making new investments in Russia that would give them a stake of 10 % or more. Loans with a term to repayment exceeding one year are also subject to prohibition. Link to the original

The Cabinet approved an import ban on 38 items, including vodka and other liquors, electric machinery and lumber, effective April 19. Approvals must be obtained for any import of certain types of goods. The specified items which are subject to this import ban are as follows (with HS codes): Alcoholic beverages: 22.03, 22.04, 22.05, 22.06, 2207.10. 22.08 (6 items) Wood (chips, logs, and sheets for veneering): 4401.21, 4401.22, 44.03, 44.08 (4 items) Machinery, electric machinery: 84.07, 84.09, 84.12, 84.13, 84.14, 84.15, 84.18, 84.19, 84.21, 84.22, 84.24, 84.28, 84.31, 84.43, 84.50, 84.62, 84.66, 84.71, 84.73, 84.77, 84.79, 84.81, 84.82, 84.83, 87.03, 87.08, 87.11, 87.14 (28 items) Link to the original

Extension of the export bans to certain cargo and service transactions. Japan designated nearly 300 items and technologies (266 products, such as semiconductors, communication equipment and cutting-edge materials, and 26 technologies, including design programs for chip-making machines) as subject to an export ban on Russia and Belarus from 18 March to prevent them from boosting their military capabilities. Link to the original

The Japanese government strengthened export controls and technology transfer controls on any exports/technology transfers to the Republic of Belarus (the examination procedure have been tightened by removing bulk license exemptions for Belarus and measures regarding bans of items subject to the International Export Control Regime are introduced). Link to the original

The government banned the export of oil refining equipment and technology to the Russian Federation. Link to the original

*** Ban on exports to two organizations designated as "specific organizations in the Republic of Belarus" by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs notification, Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Belarus. Link to the original

Ban on the export of general-purpose goods, which are considered to contribute to the strengthening of military capabilities in the Republic of Belarus. Link to the original