The , enacted in 1993, governs general functions of government agencies in Japan.
Chapters
General Provisions Dispositions Upon Applications: Requires administrative agencies to implement concrete standards of review and indicate processing times for applications. Adverse Dispositions: Establishes procedures and evidentiary standards for hearings and rulings. Administrative Guidance: Establishes regulations for non-dispositive advice conducted by the government. Notifications Public Comment Procedure, Etc.
Exclusions
A number of government activities are excluded from the Act. These include:
Diet, judicial and prosecutorial activities Law enforcement Tax and securities regulation Prisons Schools Immigration control
External links Text of the law (Japanese and English)