Cross-link: Export of software using strong encryption

I am cross-linking this thread regarding Export of software using strong encryption on the Crypto & Security group here, since there may be those doing business in or with Japan dealing with products using encryption.

The takeaway point: make sure you have access to JETRO and a good lawyer to help you navigate the waters. Yamaha Motors got pinched in 2006 when it shipped some remote-controlled aircraft techonology to China.

The more you know...