On the 16th, the city of Sapporo announced that the Kiyota Ward Disability and Long-term Care Support Section lost a ledger containing the personal information of one person in possession of a physical disability certificate. The ledger was discovered missing on the 15th. It is believed the ledger was lost somewhere between the ward office and a nearby parking lot. The ledger contained the individual’s name, address, date of birth, and disability certification details. The city has reported the incident to the Personal Information Protection Commission and is notifying the affected individual. An investigation into the cause is underway, and the city has stated it will take measures to prevent a recurrence.

Sapporo

Sapporo is the capital city of Hokkaido, Japan, founded in 1868 during the Meiji era as a planned modern settlement. It is internationally famous for its annual Sapporo Snow Festival and as the birthplace of Sapporo Beer, with its brewing history dating back to 1876. The city’s orderly grid layout and Western-inspired architecture reflect its development as a frontier outpost on Japan’s northernmost major island.

Kiyota Ward Disability and Long-term Care Support Section

The Kiyota Ward Disability and Long-term Care Support Section is a local government office in Sapporo, Japan, dedicated to providing administrative services and support for residents with disabilities and those requiring long-term care. It was established as part of Japan’s social welfare system reforms, notably following the enactment of the Long-Term Care Insurance Act in 1997, to help manage and deliver care services and benefits at the municipal level. Its primary function is to assist citizens in navigating certification, care plans, and available community resources.

Personal Information Protection Commission

The Personal Information Protection Commission (PPC) is Japan’s independent regulatory authority established in 2016 to protect citizens’ personal data. It was created through the amendment of the Act on the Protection of Personal Information to strengthen enforcement and oversight in the digital age. The commission is responsible for ensuring compliance with data protection laws, investigating violations, and promoting public awareness of privacy rights.