Risk of Overseas Outflow of National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties: Applications for Export Inspection Certificates Tripled in 10 Years
Summary
Applications for export inspection certificates for artworks have tripled in 10 years, reaching 9,667 in 2025. This increase is attributed to factors such as the depreciation of the yen and the popularity of 'Demon Slayer.' However, there is a concern that valuable artworks, which are not yet designated as national treasures or important cultural properties, may be flowing out of the country.
(Source:読売新聞)