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Copyright ActAct No. 48 of May 6, 1970Chapter I General ProvisionsSection 1 General Rules(Purpose)Article 1　The purpose of this Act is to provide for, and to secure protection of, the rights of authors, etc. and the rights neighboring thereto with respect [copyrightable] works as well as performances, phonograms, broadcasts and wire-broadcasts, while giving due regard to the fair exploitation of these cultural products, and by doing so, to contribute to the development of culture.(Definitions)Article 2　In this Act, the meanings of the terms listed in the following items shall be as prescribed