Steps for conducting foreign law research from NLaw's Law Library

Provides an overview of the political structure and court structure in Japan and offers guidance for locating Japanese legislation and case law.

Subscription database that provides an overview of the government and legal system of Japan as well as citations and information about primary sources and other materials. This research guide allows researchers to identify laws organized by subject.

Narrative introduction to the Japanese legal system, official sources of law, and where to find English translations.

Links to sources of Japanese law, government websites, finding guides, and sources. Focus on what's available at the LOC but many others included.

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