Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA) - Official government ministry homepage with visa information, events, announcements and foreign policy news, and economic afairs.
Association for Promotion of International Cooperation (APIC) - A non-profit foundation to perform a "pipeline" function between the government and the private sector to make worthwhile contributions to the development of recipient countries. Directed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Japan Foundation - Special legal entity under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote mutual understanding and international friendship.
Official Development Assistance (ODA) - Provides monetary help, infrastructure, emergency assistance, and public facilities to underdeveloped nations. With charter, news, recent activities, and archive.
Research Institute for Peace and Security - Conducts general investigations relating to Japan's peace and security. Established by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Defence Agency.
