Yahoo! JAPAN Services Unavailable in UK and EEA from April 6, 2022
Digital Access Shift Affects European Users
Users in the European Economic Area and the United Kingdom will no longer be able to access Yahoo! JAPAN’s core services. The decision, effective Wednesday, April 6, 2022, stems from Yahoo! JAPAN’s assessment that maintaining service continuity in these regions presents significant challenges.
Service Adjustments Announced
Yahoo! JAPAN has stated that providing a continuous service environment in the EEA and the UK has become difficult. However, specific services will remain accessible. Details regarding these exceptions are available through provided links, though one is exclusively in Japanese.
Access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services will continue to be available for users accessing them from within Japan. This geographical restriction highlights the complexities of global service provision in light of evolving regulatory landscapes.
Yahoo! JAPAN services will no longer be available in the EEA and the UK starting April 6, 2022. Yahoo! JAPAN cited difficulties in providing a continuous service environment. #YahooJapan #Europe #UK
— World Today News (@WorldTodayNews) April 6, 2022
Understanding the EEA
For users seeking clarity on the geographical scope of the EEA, a link to information on member states is provided. The European Economic Area comprises EU member states, along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway, creating a large single market.
Continued Accessibility for Some Functions
While many services are ceasing, certain Yahoo! JAPAN Mail functions will continue to operate, albeit with potential restrictions. Further information on these specific functional changes is available via a dedicated support link, which is presented in Japanese.
The company expressed its apologies for any disruption caused by this change, thanking users for their understanding.
