Citation(s) from the GunPolicy.org literature library
Japan. 2002 ‘Firearms Control in Japan 2002.’ No! Guns 2002, p. 14. Tokyo: Firearms Division, National Police Agency. 1 January
Relevant contents
The Licensing Process for Possessing Hunting Guns:
- The Prefectural Public Safety Commission holds a training course on the handling of hunting guns
- Shooting lessons provided by authorised instructors
- Submission of the application for a licence
- The Prefectural Public Safety Commission examines the application
- Licence form issued (valid 3 years)
- Possession of hunting guns
Grounds for denying a licence:
- Under 18 years of age
- Mental disorder
- Prior felony offense
- Substantial risk posed to the lives or property of other persons or to public safety
Last accessed at:
http://www.npa.go.jp/english/index.htm