The .OSAKA top-level domain (TLD) is a geographic domain extension intended for use by entities associated with the Osaka Prefecture of Japan, one of the most bustling and vibrant regions of the country known for its unique culture, history, and economy. TLDs are the letters found at the end of an internet address, such as .com, .net, or .org. They can indicate the type of entity that operates the website or where the entity is located.
The .OSAKA TLD is categorized as a geographic TLD (gTLD), and its primary purpose is to serve the community of Osaka. According to ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers), the goal of .OSAKA gTLD is to provide a dedicated domain space in which Osaka Prefecture, local businesses, and residents can connect and interact globally while showcasing their identity online. It is managed by GMO Registry, a Japanese domain registration company.
Technical Description:
Like all other domains, .OSAKA TLD operates through the Domain Name System (DNS). Once you register and set up an .OSAKA domain name, the name, IP address, and other data are stored in a DNS server. When someone types your .OSAKA address into their web browser, their device consults the DNS server and uses the data it finds there to locate and connect to your website.
As with other gTLDs, the registry for .OSAKA maintains a database of all .OSAKA domain names and the associated registrar information. They take care of the technical operations of the .OSAKA extension, including the operation of the DNS servers for the TLD.
The .OSAKA TLD is subject to all ICANN rules and guidelines, as well as specific requirements put forth by GMO Registry. It’s allowable to international, national and local businesses as well as residents and public and private institutions in Osaka who wanting to display their presence in Osaka on the internet.
For example, if you run a business in Osaka that primarily serves the local community, you might benefit from using the .OSAKA TLD to highlight your regional focus. An organization providing information about tourism in Osaka might use a .OSAKA domain to indicate that it is the go-to resource for people planning to visit the region.
The sources used for this information are the official website of ICANN (www.icann.org), GMO Registry official website (www.gmo-registry.com), and the website of the IT Law Wiki (itlaw.wikia.org).
