A .jp domain is a web address that uses Japan’s country-code top-level domain. Japan Registry Services, or JPRS, manages the extension. Your .jp domain name identifies a connection to Japan, making it a useful choice for a Japan-focused website. You’ll need to meet the registration requirements before you can use it.

A .jp domain name suits businesses whose website serves people in Japan. You might use it for a local shop, a service business, or a dedicated Japanese-market website. Choose it when Japan is central to your audience, not just because the name is available. You’ll also need a permanent postal address in Japan to qualify.

The .jp domain requirements allow individuals, groups, and organizations with a permanent postal address in Japan to apply for a general-use .jp domain. You’ll need to provide accurate registration information. This rule comes from JPRS, the registry that manages .jp. If you’re unsure your address qualifies, speak with us before placing your order.

Yes, a foreign business can qualify for a general-use .jp domain if it has a permanent postal address in Japan. The requirement concerns the registrant’s address, not Japanese citizenship. If your business doesn’t have a qualifying address, contact HostPapa before ordering. Don’t assume an overseas address alone meets the registry’s rule.

To register a .jp domain, search for your preferred name on this page and choose an available result. Review the displayed prices, create your HostPapa account, and provide the required registration details. Your .jp domain registration must meet the Japanese postal address requirement. Once it’s complete, you can manage the domain in your HostPapa Dashboard.

Use HostPapa’s domain search on this page to check .jp domain availability. Enter the name you want and review the results. If it’s already registered, try a shorter brand variation or a relevant business word. An available name still needs to meet registration rules, so confirm your eligibility before you buy a .jp domain.

You’ll find the .jp domain price in the pricing table on this page. Check the registration rate and the separate annual renewal rate before you order. If you already own the domain, review the transfer charge instead. Confirm the currency and your final order total at checkout so you know what you’ll pay for the service you choose.

Your .jp domain renewal extends your registration so you can keep using the name. Check the renewal rate on this page and confirm your expiry date in your HostPapa account. Don’t assume the initial registration price also applies to renewals. If you need help checking renewal settings or arranging payment, our PapaSquad can help before your registration expires.

Start your .jp domain transfer by searching for the domain you already own and reading our transfer page for details. We’ll guide you through the next steps. Contact our PapaSquad to confirm the requirements for your specific .jp domain registration. Moving the domain registration doesn’t automatically move your website files or email messages.

Choose a .jp domain name when Japan is your main market. Google treats country-code domains as geographic signals, not promises of higher rankings. A .com address isn’t tied to one country. A .co.jp address has different eligibility rules, including official company registration in Japan. Your choice should fit your audience and eligibility, while your content answers their needs.