.JP Domain Registration
Japan's ccTLD, trusted by brands selling into the Japanese market.
About the .JP extension
The .jp extension is Japan's national domain, administered by the Japan Registry Services (JPRS), and registering one — particularly the general-use category — typically requires a contact address in Japan, which we can arrange through a local proxy service so a Pakistani business doesn't need its own Japanese office. A .jp domain carries strong trust with Japanese consumers and B2B buyers, who consistently favour the local extension over a generic one, making it valuable for any brand serious about selling into one of Asia's largest and most exacting e-commerce markets. It's most useful alongside an existing .com for a company with a genuine trade relationship, distributor or subsidiary in Japan. Renewal follows a standard annual cycle once registered. If Japan is a market you're actively exporting to, we can confirm the right registration category and manage the process on your behalf.
Not sure whether .JP is the right fit for your brand? Our team can advise on extension, pricing and renewal terms before you commit — get in touch or search a name above to check live availability and pricing.
Why register with PK Domain
- 18+ years registering domains for Pakistani & international clients
- DNS utility performed upon request
- Simple Renewal & Transfer process
- Lower Prices for New Domain Registration
- Availability of large number of Extensions
- Human Support around the Clock
Who registers a .JP domain
.JP is Japan's ccTLD, managed by the Japan Registry Services (JPRS). General .jp registration has been open to applicants worldwide since 2003, making it a strong trust signal for anyone selling into the Japanese market — whether or not they're based in Japan.
Eligibility & registration requirements
General .jp domains (registered directly under .jp) are open worldwide with no residency requirement — anyone can register one for any lawful purpose. The stricter category is co.jp, which is reserved for companies formally registered in Japan, limited to one co.jp domain per company, and verified against Japan's corporate registry.
Other second-level categories serve specific communities: ne.jp for network service providers, or.jp for organisations, and ac.jp for accredited academic institutions — each with its own eligibility check.
PK Domain handles the general .jp registration process for you; co.jp and the other restricted categories require Japan-specific verification that we can advise on separately.
At a glance
- Registry: JPRS (Japan Registry Services)
- General .jp: open worldwide, no residency requirement
- co.jp: restricted to one domain per registered Japanese company
- Other tiers: ne.jp, or.jp, ac.jp for specific sectors
- Standard registration terms typically 1 to 10 years
.JP vs .COM: which should you choose?
If Japan is a serious market for you, the local signal is often worth it.
Choose .JP when…
- You are selling directly to Japanese consumers
- You want a domain that reads as locally credible in Japan
- Japanese-language SEO and local search visibility matter
Choose .COM when…
- Your business targets a broader Asia-Pacific or global audience
- You're not yet ready for the local presence and pricing of a .jp registration
DNS, hosting & email for your .JP domain
Get your Japan-facing site live with these included add-ons.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to live in Japan to register a .jp domain?
No — general .jp registration has been open worldwide since 2003, so there's no residency requirement for the standard .jp name.
What is co.jp and can I register it?
co.jp is reserved for companies formally registered in Japan, limited to one domain per company, and requires verification against the Japanese corporate registry — it's a different eligibility tier from general .jp.
What's the difference between .jp and ne.jp or ac.jp?
ne.jp is for network service providers and ac.jp is for accredited academic institutions in Japan; general .jp has no such sector restriction.
How long can I register a .jp domain for?
Typically 1 to 10 years per term, similar to most ccTLDs.
Can PK Domain transfer my existing .jp domain?
Yes — send us your current transfer authorisation details and we'll manage the process.
Can I register a domain in Japanese characters?
Yes, JPRS supports internationalised domain names in Japanese scripts alongside standard Latin-character .jp registrations.
How many co.jp domains can one company hold?
Only one — co.jp is strictly limited to a single domain per registered Japanese company, unlike general .jp which has no such limit.
How .JP registration works with PK Domain
General .jp names register quickly; co.jp and other restricted tiers need extra verification.
- Search your desired name above and confirm availability under general .jp.
- Add it to your cart and choose your registration term.
- Complete payment through your preferred method.
- JPRS activates general .jp domains typically within a day.
- Configure DNS or connect hosting from your client dashboard.
- For co.jp, ne.jp, ac.jp or or.jp, contact our support team first so we can confirm the extra Japan-specific eligibility checks.
Renewal & ownership
.JP domains typically renew in one-to-ten-year terms for the general namespace. co.jp renewals additionally require the registering company to remain active in Japan's corporate registry. We send renewal reminders in advance regardless of which .jp tier you hold.
You remain the registrant of record throughout; PK Domain manages only the registrar-side technical process with JPRS.
Good to know
- General .jp needs no residency proof
- co.jp is limited to one domain per Japanese company
- DNS, hosting and email add-ons manage from one dashboard
Naming tips for a .JP domain
Japanese consumers place a high value on trust signals, and a properly localised name — ideally reviewed by a native Japanese speaker for tone and readability — pairs well with the credibility a .jp domain already provides. Romanised (rōmaji) brand names work fine for general .jp, but businesses serious about the Japanese market often also secure the Japanese-script (kanji, hiragana or katakana) equivalent as an internationalised domain name.
Because co.jp is limited to one domain per company, choose that exact-match name carefully — you won't get a second attempt under the same corporate registration.
Quick checklist
- Have a native speaker review tone and readability before launch
- Consider a Japanese-script (IDN) version alongside the rōmaji name
- Choose your co.jp name carefully — only one is allowed per company
- Check trademark conflicts with existing Japanese brands
Ready to register your .JP domain?
Search above to check live availability and pricing, or talk to our team first.
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