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Small Claims Litigation

Small claims litigation (shougaku-soshou) is a special summary court procedure for monetary claims up to 600,000 yen, resolved in a single hearing (Code of Civil Procedure Art. 368). Usable up to 10 times per year. Installment payment and deferred payment orders are also possible.

Statute Reference

民事訴訟法368条〜378条

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Q. What does Small Claims Litigation mean?

Small claims litigation (shougaku-soshou) is a special summary court procedure for monetary claims up to 600,000 yen, resolved in a single hearing (Code of Civil Procedure Art. 368). Usable up to 10 times per year. Installment payment and deferred payment orders are also possible.

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