Majority of Japanese internet users disregard copyright concerns, reveals government survey
In a recent survey conducted by The Agency for Cultural Affairs in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan, it has been revealed that more than 60% of Internet users in the country are not particularly aware about copyright issues when they browse websites or post content on social media. The survey, which was conducted from January to February in the fiscal year 2024 with 25,000 nationwide respondents, was presented at a July panel meeting of the Council for Cultural Affairs. The results showed that in fiscal 2023, 60.2% of respondents did not make a conscious effort regarding copyright, up from 54% in fiscal 2022. The official of the agency in charge of the matter attributes the rise in unawareness to less illegal content due to progress in anti-piracy measures. However, it is important to note that 18.7% of respondents make a conscious effort not to view illegal content such as illicit reproductions. On a positive note, 11.4% of respondents respect copyright to support their favorite creators, while 13.1% of respondents check the rules when using free materials. Regarding copyright in the respondents' cultural and artistic activities, such as appreciating and creating things, 63.1% answered that they do not make a particularly conscious effort regarding copyright (allowing for multiple answers). The official has continued campaigns to raise people's awareness about the issue of copyright, with the survey results serving as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done. The same question about copyright consciousness has been included in the surveys since fiscal 2021, indicating a continuous effort to monitor and address this issue. It is worth noting that the organization that conducted the survey on Japanese internet users' awareness regarding copyright issues is not explicitly mentioned in the provided results, and no information about when the survey was conducted is found either. Nevertheless, the results provide valuable insights into the current state of copyright awareness in Japan and can serve as a starting point for further discussions and actions.
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