OpenAI Japan announces Japan Teen Safety Blueprint to put teen safety first

OpenAI Japan today announced the Japan Teen Safety Blueprint, a new framework to help teens use generative AI safely and with confidence.

In Japan, where a growing number of teens are already using generative AI for learning, creativity, and everyday tasks, this work is especially important. As the first generation grows up alongside AI, it is critical to ensure that these technologies are designed with their safety and well-being in mind from the outset.

Generative AI is already supporting people across a wide range of activities from learning and creative expression to everyday tasks that help individuals thrive at school, at work, and in their personal lives. At a broader level, it also has the potential to accelerate scientific discovery and help address complex challenges facing society.

At the same time, like any powerful technology, AI introduces new risks, especially for younger users including exposure to misinformation, inappropriate content, and psychological strain. Our approach is guided by a clear principle: for teens, safety comes first, even when it requires tradeoffs with convenience, privacy, or freedom of use.

Key pillars of the Japan Teen Safety Blueprint

Existing safeguards

These new efforts build on protections already in place across ChatGPT, including:

• In-product reminders that encourage breaks during extended use

• Safeguards that detect potential self-harm signals and guide users to real-world resources

• Multi-layered safety systems and abuse monitoring

• Industry-leading prevention of AI-generated child sexual exploitation material

Working with Japanese society

“Protecting the safety of a generation growing up with AI is a responsibility shared across society—including companies, governments, educators, and families. OpenAI is committed to working closely with stakeholders across Japan to help create an environment where young users can learn, create, and expand their potential with confidence.”

—Kazuya Okubo, Head of Policy and Partnerships, OpenAI Japan