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Alert Regarding Suspicious Information

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We are aware of the following issues, so please be aware of any suspicious information.

  • A swindle on Individual Number Card Point
  • Suspicious app masquerading as Visit Japan Web service prompts for credit card info

We do not ask for money in these businesses. Please use and check it on the official website.

Individual Number Card Point

Please be aware of scams that take advantage of Individual Number Card Point. We don't ask for money or anything. For more information, please check Individual Number Card Point Scam Alert (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications site) .
Applications for Individual Number Card Point have been closed as of September 30, 2023.

Visit Japan Web

It has been confirmed that a suspicious app spoofing the Visit Japan Web service requires you to enter your credit card information. Visit Japan Web does not require you to enter your credit card information. In the unlikely event that you download a suspicious app, please uninstall it immediately.

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