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Statistical System

Statistical Act(Act No. 53 in 2007)

Master Plan Concerning the Development of Official Statistics

Master Plan Concerning the Development of Official Statistics (March 13, 2009 Cabinet Decision)(PDF:463KB)

Overview (PDF:40KB)

Guideline for "Quality Assurance" of the Official Statistics (PDF:282KB)

Organization Chart of Statistical System in Japan

Role of the Directer-General for Policy Planning (Statistical Standards)

Statistical Standard Classifications

Japan Standard Industrial Classification

Japan Standard Occupational Classification

Japan Standard Commodity Classification

Classification of Diseases, Injuries and Causes of Death

Guide to Official Statistics in Japan

Statistical Notes of Japan (Journal on Topical Issues related to Official Statistics in Japan)

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