Buying, selling, or transferring accounts, or allowing third parties to use them is a crime(*). Even if the seller is unaware that the account will be used for criminal activities, they may still be punished.
Furthermore, it may become difficult to open accounts at other financial institutions, not just our bank, in the future.

(*) Violation of the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds: Imprisonment for up to one year or a fine of up to 1 million yen

To avoid becoming a victim of fraud

  • Never buy, sell, or transfer bank accounts. Refrain strictly from allowing third parties to use them, such as by lending your cash card.
  • Please strictly refrain from using your account for activities that may be illegal, such as online casinos.
  • If you no longer use your account, such as when returning to your home country, please close it.