Drone flying courses in Japan
For Thai tourists
Learn about Japanese drone laws.
Plan your flight accurately
For a comfortable, safe, and uninterrupted travel experience.
Japan and drone tourism
Japan is a country with strict emphasis on safety, public protection, and privacy. Therefore, drone flights are heavily regulated, even for tourism or recording personal memories.
Many tourists bring drones with them to Japan.
But I'm not sure if flights are allowed, where, or what kind of permission is required.
This course is designed to help you.
Understand the overall picture of Japanese drone law and make informed decisions before you travel.
The agency that regulates drones in Japan
Drone flights in Japan are under the regulation of...
Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)
MLIT is the main agency that:
Establish laws and restrictions on drone flights.
Designating no-fly zones.
Consider granting permission on a case-by-case basis.
In addition, there are local agencies involved, including:
Prefectural Police
Local Municipality
Owner or caretaker of a property (temple, park, hotel, tourist attraction).
Japan does not have a "drone pilot license for tourists."
Flight operations are subject to area and specific permit regulations.
Examinations, licensing, and registration
❌ There is no drone pilot exam for tourists.
❌ No EU/EASA license.
❌ There is no pilot registration system for general tourists.
Flight zones are not permitted in Japan
No-Fly Zones
Densely populated urban areas (DID Area)
Around the airport and flight paths.
Government buildings and security matters.
Temples, shrines, royal palaces
Most parks
Popular tourist destinations
Key principles:
"Most areas in Japan are generally no-fly zones" unless permission is granted.
Areas where flights may be possible.
Private area with permission from the owner.
Remote rural areas
And not within a no-fly zone.
We are committed to strictly adhering to safety regulations.
Problems commonly encountered
by Thai tourists
I'm not sure if I should take a drone to Japan.
It is unknown which areas are actually suitable for flight.
I'm afraid of unintentionally breaking the law.
Japanese language information is complex and scattered.
How can our course help you?
This course helps Thai tourists:
Understanding Japan's drone legislation in easy-to-understand language.
Clearly distinguish what is prohibited, what requires permission, and what should be avoided.
Plan your trip without risking legal trouble.
Able to make a confident decision about whether or not to fly.
The curriculum focuses on providing knowledge and guidance.
This is not to encourage breaking the law.
Scope of Responsibility
The course provides legal knowledge and guidance.
Actual usage is the responsibility of the user.
Students must check area-specific requirements before every flight.
Who is it suitable for?
Plan your drone flights in Japan correctly before you travel.
Learn everything, understand clearly, and make confident decisions.
Consult us to choose the perfect option for your trip.