Topics

How They Give is Changing and the Implications for Japan’s Nonprofit Sector

InsightsEssays: Civil Society in Japan

February 16, 2024 

You Can Go Forward and Beyond If a Friend is by Your Side

InsightsVoices from JNPOCActivities / Voice of a nonprofit

November 08, 2023 

Food Assistance in Japan – Current State of Japanese Food Banks

InsightsVoices from JNPOCActivities / Voice of a nonprofit

November 17, 2023 

Unleashing Women’s Potential: WE League’s Endeavors

InsightsVoices from JNPOCActivities / Voice of a nonprofit

August 24, 2023 

G7 Hiroshima Summit Should be a Start Rather than a Goal

InsightsVoices from JNPOCActivities / Voice of a nonprofit

July 13, 2023 

Nonprofits in Japan

Overview

Overview of Civic Activities and "NPOs" in Japan

Legal Framework

Different Legal Status of Nonprofit Organizations in Japan

About NPO Law

Its History, Significance, and Brief Content

Size and Scope of NPOs

Detailed information on Specified Nonprofit Corporations

Key Understanding

Key concepts that create enabling and supportive environment for nonprofits

Q & A

Collection of frequently asked questions about Japanese nonprofit organizations

Resources

Useful information on learning more about Japanese nonprofits and civil society

About Japan NPO Center

Who We Are

Supporting civic activities and promoting cross-sector collaboration, JNPOC acts as a national infrastructure organization for the growing nonprofit sector in Japan.

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What We Do

JNPOC offers various programs/services such as capacity-building programs, civil society forums, policy-oriented reseach, and disaster-recovery programs with various partners.

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