.jp ccTLD
Japan
The .jp TLD is the country-code domain for Japan, assigned in 1986 and managed by Japan Registry Services Co., Ltd. It is widely used by Japanese businesses, government entities, educational institutions, and individuals with a permanent address in Japan. .jp domains support both ASCII and Japanese characters, making them accessible to native speakers and optimized for local audiences.
Registration requires a permanent postal address in Japan. Only individuals, organizations, or corporations with a physical presence in Japan are eligible.
.jp Domain Overview
The .jp extension is a country-code top-level domain (ccTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by Japan Registry Services Co., Ltd.. .jp was introduced in 1986.
Registration Info
Registration pricing for .jp is not publicly listed. Contact an ICANN-accredited registrar for availability and pricing.
Security Features
- DNSSEC
- CAA Record Support
What Is the History of .jp?
The .jp domain was delegated on August 5, 1986, by Dr. Jon Postel of IANA to Jun Murai of JUNET, Japan’s pioneering academic network. Originally managed by JUNET’s administrative group, it transitioned to JPNIC in 1993 and was fully taken over by Japan Registry Services Co., Ltd. (JPRS) on June 30, 2003. JPRS now handles all registry operations, including policy development and technical infrastructure.
Did you know?
The .jp TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
What Is .jp Used For?
The .jp TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
Corporate websites (co.jp)
Educational institutions (ac.jp)
Government services (go.jp)
Local businesses and organizations
Japanese-language websites using IDN characters
Network service providers (ne.jp)
Popular Websites
How Do I Register a .jp Domain?
Eligibility
A permanent postal address in Japan is required. Registrants must be individuals, organizations, or corporations legally based in Japan. Verification of address is mandatory during registration.
Open Registration
The .jp TLD is available for registration through accredited domain registrars.
Registration Process
- Choose an accredited domain registrar that offers .jp domains
- Check domain availability using the registrar's search tool
- Complete the registration process and provide required information
- Pay the registration fee (typically )
- Manage your domain settings through your registrar's control panel
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is This .jp Data Compiled?
DNS Checker maintains a comprehensive TLD directory covering all 1,900+ active top-level domains. The data on this page combines multiple authoritative sources to provide information not found in standard TLD listings.
Zone File Analysis
Domain registration counts and density analysis are computed daily from TLD zone files, providing accurate registration statistics rather than estimates.
DNSSEC Adoption Tracking
DNSSEC deployment percentages are measured by scanning actual DNS records across all registered domains in each TLD zone.
Registrar Price Monitoring
Registration, renewal, and transfer prices are checked hourly across multiple accredited registrars and compared automatically.
Provider Market Share
DNS provider distribution is calculated from nameserver records, showing which hosting providers serve the most domains in each TLD.
Use DNS Checker tools to inspect any .jp domain: run a full DNS health check, check DNS propagation, look up WHOIS records, or verify email authentication.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is sourced from IANA, ICANN, and respective registry operator publications, then structured and formatted with the assistance of AI. While accuracy is a priority, details such as pricing, registration requirements, and policies may change. Always verify with the official registry or an accredited registrar before making registration decisions.