Table 2. Classification of New Types of Cigarettes.

			Related Laws
1	Heated tobacco products [HTPs] Products that directly heat tobacco leaves (or processed tobacco leaves) and inhale the substance generated, or heat glycerin or other substances and inhale the substance generated by passing it through a tobacco leaf capsule.		Tobacco Business Law
2	Electronic cigarette [e‐cigarette] Products that attach a cartridge containing a tasting or smelling solution containing nicotine, propylene glycol, glycerin, etc. and inhale the aerosol generated by heating it with a battery.
	a	Products containing nicotine Sales are prohibited in Japan. However, personal importation is possible via the Internet, etc.	(Japanese) Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Law＊
	b	Nicotine‐free product Sold to minors online, in stores, etc. due to lack of regulation	None

^＊Act on Quality, Efficacy and Safety Assurance of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices, etc.