Yahoo! JAPAN services Discontinued in EEA and UK
As of April 6,2022,Yahoo! JAPAN has ceased offering its services within the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. The company cited difficulties in maintaining a consistent service habitat in those regions as the reason for the discontinuation.
Users in the EEA and UK will no longer be able to access the majority of Yahoo! JAPAN’s services. However, access to all Yahoo! JAPAN services remains available for users accessing the platform from within Japan.
Limited Services Remain
While most services are unavailable, some limited functions, particularly related to Yahoo! JAPAN Mail, may still be accessible. Details regarding these limited functions can be found on the yahoo! JAPAN help pages (Japanese language only).
Yahoo! JAPAN has apologized for any inconvenience caused by this service disruption.
Is there any plan for Yahoo! JAPAN to re-enter the EEA or UK market in the future?
yahoo! JAPAN Services Discontinued in EEA and UK: Your Questions Answered
As of April 6, 2022, Yahoo! JAPAN services were discontinued in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United Kingdom. This decision was made due to challenges in maintaining a consistent service environment in those regions.
Q&A: Unpacking the Yahoo! JAPAN shutdown
Why did Yahoo! JAPAN pull out of the EEA and UK?
Yahoo! JAPAN cited difficulties in providing a consistent service experience within the unique regulatory and operational environment of the EEA and UK. Think of it like trying to build a house that meets different building codes in every country – it becomes very complex!
What exactly is unavailable for users in the EEA and UK?
The majority of Yahoo! JAPAN services are no longer accessible. This includes many features you’d expect, like browsing content or using social features. Essentially, you can’t engage with much of the platform.
Are any Yahoo! JAPAN services still available?
Yes, limited functions, primarily related to Yahoo! JAPAN Mail, might still be accessible. Check the Yahoo! JAPAN help pages (Japanese language only) for more specific details on what might still work.
Tip: If you’re persistent to access something, a Japanese friend or a translation tool might be your best bet for navigating those help pages.
Can I still access Yahoo! JAPAN if I’m in Japan?
Yes! The discontinuation only impacts users in the EEA and UK. If you’re accessing the platform from within Japan, all services remain available.
What are the implications for my existing Yahoo! JAPAN account?
If you are located in the EEA or UK, your ability to use most of the platform’s features have been limited. Consider checking your email from time to time in case there are any important updates that may apply to your account.
Yahoo! JAPAN understands this change may be inconvenient and extends its apologies to those affected.
