Japan is considering stronger age restrictions for social media use — but public response to the move hasn't been as positive as hoped
Japan's communications ministry is proposing stricter age restrictions for social media use to address concerns about addiction among children and young people. The draft measures, which are expected to be finalized in summer 2026, do not suggest a blanket ban or a single age limit for all platforms. Instead, the proposal emphasizes collaboration with social media companies for effective age verification solutions.
- ▪The proposed measures aim to combat social media addiction in children and young people.
- ▪Japan's approach differs from countries like Australia, which has implemented a ban on social media for users under 16.
- ▪Social media companies would be required to conduct risk assessments and implement stricter identity checks.
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VPN VPN Privacy & Security Japan is considering stronger age restrictions for social media use — but public response to the move hasn't been as positive as hoped News By Jamie Richards published 3 June 2026 The country's communications ministry has drafted new measures When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Japan’s communications ministry has proposed tighter age limits on social media Unlike Australia’s under-16s ban, the draft measures do not propose a single age limit or total ban for those under…
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