Human rights policies remain rare among Japanese sports organizations. Prominent sports organizations such as the Japan Football Association and the Japan Rugby Football Union have introduced only limited safeguards to protect children and women. The JAAF’s Human Rights Policy states that it will prevent and prohibit human rights violations, including physical abuse and harassment. However, these human rights policies contain a significant gap. Athletes should be able to safely seek support if they experience abuse, and the body should encourage sports organizations to strengthen their human rights policies to protect and promote athletes’ rights.