Content Overseas Distribution Association

The Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA)^[a] is a Japanese trade association based in Tokyo.^[1] It was established in August 2002 as a voluntary organization,^[2] with support from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Agency for Cultural Affairs, for international distribution of Japanese content (frequently anime and manga) and taking countermeasures against piracy.^[3] In 2009, it was registered as a general incorporated association.^[2]

FormationAugust 2002; 23 years ago (2002-08)

HeadquartersTokyo, Japan

Websitecoda-cj.jp/en/

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Content Overseas Distribution Association

コンテンツ海外流通促進機構
Formation	August 2002; 23 years ago (2002-08)
Headquarters	Tokyo, Japan
Website	coda-cj.jp/en/

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In 2013, CODA merged with Anti-Counterfeiting Association (ACA), in order to strengthen their capability for copyright protection and offer comprehensive measures against copyright infringement in Japan as well as overseas.^[4]

In 2022, CODA established the International Anti-Piracy Organization (IAPO),^[5] with associating 32 members,^[5] the Motion Picture Association, and Copyright Society of China within approximately 450 members.^[6]