Japan: Lawmakers Push for UAP Investigation Body
Japan could be set to take a new step forward in organising its response to unidentified aerospace phenomena.
On 24 March 2026, the Japanese parliamentary group dedicated to UAPs announced its intention to propose the creation of a government body to oversee efforts relating to this issue in a statement published on X.
The non-partisan Parliamentary Group for the Study of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena [...] announced today that it will formally propose the establishment of a specialized government body to oversee UAP intelligence.
it will finalize a proposal calling for the creation of a dedicated framework directly under the Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary for Crisis Management.
This proposal is scheduled for consideration at a meeting in Tokyo on 30 March.
As this body would fall under the authority of the crisis management secretariat, it suggests that the issue would be directly integrated into national security mechanisms.
The group behind the proposal is part of an existing political dynamic in Japan.
Among those who have helped to initiate this debate is former MP Yoshiharu Asakawa, who has been involved in parliamentary work on UFOs for several years. His statements form part of a drive for institutional clarification and coordination in the handling of UFOs.
The Japanese authorities had already begun to shift their position significantly in 2024. The Ministry of Defence emphasised the need to treat unidentified objects as a security issue, particularly if they correspond to advanced adversarial technologies.
Defence Minister Minoru Kihara has emphasised the importance of having the capacity to analyse and respond to potentially unidentified incursions into Japanese airspace.
The press release also establishes a direct link with the recent decision by the US administration to begin declassifying government secrets, including those relating to UAPs.
The upcoming assembly will focus on Japan’s immediate security response to the "Trump Statement" and the modernization of the nation's UAP reporting and analysis structure.
Against a backdrop of heightened tensions with China, the strengthening of security cooperation between Japan and the United States in the field of intelligence is becoming a key priority.
Currently, there is no indication that the interpretation of the observed phenomena is changing. The Japanese authorities continue to favour an approach centred on detection, identification and analysis within a framework where hypotheses relating to human technologies, particularly those of adversaries, remain dominant.
The parliamentary group has also highlighted an ongoing investigation into an incident reported near the Genkai nuclear power station in Saga Prefecture.
A major factor bolstering this proposal is the ongoing investigation into the "Genkai Nuclear Power Plant UAP Incident." The league has identified irreconcilable discrepancies between Kyushu Electric Power Company's records and the Saga Prefectural Police's official explanation of a "misidentified aircraft." The league views such inconsistencies in information as a serious vulnerability in the security of Japan's energy infrastructure.
This statement follows an incident in which unidentified luminous objects were observed above this sensitive site.
If adopted, this proposal would mark a further step towards the institutionalisation of the handling of UAPs in Japan.
The meeting scheduled for 30 March should provide an opportunity to clarify the details, against a backdrop where Japan appears to be continuing to integrate this issue into its public policies.
Here is the complete annoucement :
March 24, 2026
Japanese Parliamentary UAP Caucus to Propose National Crisis Management Reform Following Trump Declassification Order
TOKYO — The non-partisan Parliamentary Group for the Study of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) from a National Security Perspective, chaired by the Honorable Yasukazu Hamada, announced today that it will formally propose the establishment of a specialized government body to oversee UAP intelligence. Since its inception in June 2024, the caucus has led efforts to address UAP-related security risks. The new proposal, to be finalized during the group’s 4th General Assembly on March 30, 2026, calls for a specialized office directly under the Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary for Crisis Management.
This strategic move follows the historic executive order issued by U.S. President Trump on February 19, which mandated the full disclosure of UAP-related data. As Japan’s primary ally shifts toward unprecedented transparency, the Parliamentary Group asserts that Japan must immediately align its intelligence-sharing protocols and crisis management systems with international standards to ensure national defense.
A central driver for this legislative push is the ongoing investigation into the "Genkai Nuclear Power Plant UAP Incident." The group has identified irreconcilable contradictions between the operational records of Kyushu Electric Power and the official explanation provided by the Saga Prefectural Police. The caucus views these discrepancies as a critical vulnerability to the security of Japan's energy infrastructure.
The upcoming assembly will focus on Japan’s immediate security response to the "Trump Statement" and the modernization of the nation's UAP reporting and analysis structure.
Event Logistics
• Date & Time: Monday, March 30, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM JST
• Venue: Multi-purpose Hall (1F), House of Representatives Members' Office Building No. 1, Tokyo
• Media Access: Full media access. Registration begins at 2:30 PM.
• Live Broadcast: The assembly will be streamed live by Niconico News and will be available for public viewing on YouTube Live.
Inquiries & Media Contact
Yoshiharu Asakawa
Assistant to the Chairperson (Former Member of the House of Representatives)
For all inquiries, please contact Yoshiharu Asakawa directly via Direct Message (DM) on his personal social media (SNS) accounts.
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March 24, 2026
Japan's Bipartisan UAP Parliamentary League to Propose Overhaul of National Crisis Management Framework in Response to President Trump's Declassification Directive
[Tokyo] The bipartisan organization "Parliamentary League for Unraveling Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) from a National Security Perspective," chaired by Representative Yasukazu Hamada, announced today that it will formally propose the establishment of a government expert body to consolidate and analyze UAP information. Since its founding in June 2024, the league has led investigations into security risks associated with UAP, and at its 4th General Meeting on March 30, 2026, it will finalize a proposal calling for the creation of a dedicated framework directly under the Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary for Crisis Management.
This strategic move comes in direct response to the historic presidential order issued by U.S. President Trump on February 19 of this year, mandating the full disclosure of UAP-related information. As the allied United States charts an unprecedented course toward transparency, the league asserts that the Japanese government must urgently develop information-sharing protocols and build a crisis management framework aligned with international standards from a national defense perspective.
A major factor bolstering this proposal is the ongoing investigation into the "Genkai Nuclear Power Plant UAP Incident." The league has identified irreconcilable discrepancies between Kyushu Electric Power Company's records and the Saga Prefectural Police's official explanation of a "misidentified aircraft." The league views such inconsistencies in information as a serious vulnerability in the security of Japan's energy infrastructure.
At the upcoming general meeting, discussions will focus on Japan's immediate national security response to the "Trump Statement" and the modernization of the country's UAP reporting and analysis framework.
Event Overview
• Date and Time: Monday, March 30, 2026, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Venue: 1st Floor, Multipurpose Hall, House of Representatives First Members' Office Building
• Media Access: Fully open. Registration begins at 2:30 p.m.
• Live Streaming: The proceedings will be broadcast live on Nico Nico News and available for viewing on YouTube Live.
Inquiries Regarding This Matter
Yoshiharu Asakawa
Assistant Chair (Former House of Representatives Member)
Please contact directly via direct message (DM) to Yoshiharu Asakawa's personal SNS account.