Japanese people have been getting a false sense a relief by the Abe government that the TPP would not turn them into criminals if they cosplay.
A Japanese lawyer (according to Oshiete! Goo) can prove that cosplay is copyright infringement if you make one for a friend or sell one that your kid have outgrown in a garage sale or flea market.
Article 27 in Japanese copyright law that cosplay even Halloween costumes are for "personal and private use." But under the TPP, making cosplay and even an Halloween costume would make you a criminal even if it's for "personal or private use." Because under the IP chapter clearly states the penalties and procedures even extends to non-commercial use of the infringing material.
Did I forget to mention that reusing the same costume you bought from Party City or Walmart for yourself or a kid is a crime under the TPP?
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