High Priority
Japan-MOF
2,856
Sanctioned Entities
High
Severity Level
Jan 19
Last Updated 2026
About This List
Japan-MOF sanctions list
Detailed Information
<p><strong>Japan Ministry of Finance (MOF) Asset Freeze List</strong> contains individuals and entities subject to asset freezing measures under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA). Japan implements economic sanctions when necessary to fulfill international commitments, contribute to international peace efforts, or following Cabinet decisions. The Ministry of Finance administers transactions relating to finance, while METI oversees import/export of goods.</p>
<p>Sanctions cover individuals involved in various international crises: North Korea's nuclear programs, Iranian nuclear activities, Syrian regime officials, those involved in the destabilization of Ukraine, and others designated under UN Security Council Resolutions. The list is available in both Japanese and English as downloadable Excel files. Maximum penalties for FEFTA violations include up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to JPY 10 million or five times the transaction value.</p>
<p>Official list (Japanese): <a href="https://www.mof.go.jp/policy/international_policy/gaitame_kawase/gaitame/economic_sanctions/list.html" target="_blank">MOF Sanctions List</a>. Ministry contact is available for interpretation questions.</p>
<p>Sanctions cover individuals involved in various international crises: North Korea's nuclear programs, Iranian nuclear activities, Syrian regime officials, those involved in the destabilization of Ukraine, and others designated under UN Security Council Resolutions. The list is available in both Japanese and English as downloadable Excel files. Maximum penalties for FEFTA violations include up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to JPY 10 million or five times the transaction value.</p>
<p>Official list (Japanese): <a href="https://www.mof.go.jp/policy/international_policy/gaitame_kawase/gaitame/economic_sanctions/list.html" target="_blank">MOF Sanctions List</a>. Ministry contact is available for interpretation questions.</p>
Compliance Implications
This is a high-priority sanctions list. Entities on this list are typically subject to full blocking/freezing measures. U.S. persons and entities under applicable jurisdiction are generally prohibited from dealing with listed parties. Assets may be frozen and all transactions are typically blocked.
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