Assuming liability

Liability for harm to another person caused by raised animals

According to the provisions of Tort Liability Law, animals shall be kept in compliance with the law, with respect for social ethics, and shall not interfere with the life of others. If damage to another person is caused by a domestic animal, the keeper or manager of the animal shall bear tort liability. If the keeper or manager of the animal can prove that the harm is caused by the victim’s intention or gross negligence, he shall bear no liability or bear mitigated liability. If harm to another person is caused by a failure to take safety measures against an animal in violation of management regulation, the keeper or manager of the animal shall bear tort liability. If harm to another person is caused by any dangerous animal such as a fierce dog that is prohibited from keeping, the keeper or manager of the animal shall bear tort liability.