.jp registration
.jp is Japan’s country-code domain extension, suited to businesses, organizations, and projects that want a clear connection with the Japanese market. Names are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Each label must contain between 3 and 63 characters. A local contact service can be used when the registry’s contact requirements apply. Registration follows a standard ordering process without a separate allocation procedure. Choose an available name, provide accurate holder and administrative contact details, and submit the request through host.yt. The registration term and renewal date are confirmed with the completed order. To transfer an existing .jp domain to host.yt, first disable the transfer protection at the current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorization code. The transfer can take several days. Completing it does not change the domain’s existing expiration date, so the remaining registration time is preserved. Changing the holder is a separate authenticated process. Validation messages are sent to both the current holder and the proposed new holder, and both parties must complete the required confirmation. The request is cancelled if authentication is not completed within five days. Holder changes also leave the domain’s expiration date unchanged.
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Specifications
| Registration | 28.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 28.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 28.99 EUR |
| Restore | 28.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 28.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .jp extension stand for?
jp is Japan’s country-code domain extension. It gives a web address an immediate geographic association with Japan and is commonly used by businesses, organizations, and projects that serve Japanese audiences or want a clearly Japanese online identity.
Who can register a .jp domain?
Registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis. The registry’s local-contact requirements may apply to an order, and host.yt can provide a local contact service where needed. Applicants should enter accurate holder and administrative contact information so the registration can be processed correctly.
Are there restrictions or required documents for registering .jp?
A standard .jp registration does not involve a special allocation procedure, but the chosen label must be 3 to 63 characters long and available when submitted. Contact requirements may apply, and host.yt will request the holder or administrative details needed for the order.
Is .jp a good choice, and what projects suit it?
jp is a practical choice for Japanese businesses, services aimed at customers in Japan, localized product sites, cultural projects, and international brands building a dedicated Japanese presence. Its geographic meaning helps visitors understand that the website is specifically connected with Japan.
When does .jp make more sense than .com?
Choose .jp when a project’s main audience, operations, or identity is tied to Japan; the address communicates that focus immediately. Choose .com when the same site is intended to present a broader international identity. Some brands use .com globally and .jp for Japanese content.
How quickly is .jp registered, and how long does it last?
Registration is submitted after the order and required contact information are complete, with available names allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Once completed, the domain lasts for the registration term confirmed in your order, and its renewal date is shown in your host.yt account.
How do I transfer a .jp domain to host.yt?
Disable the domain’s transfer protection at your current registrar, request the authorization code, and submit that code with your transfer order at host.yt. A .jp transfer may take several days to complete. The process does not alter the domain’s existing expiration date.