It is an anti-doping violation for an athlete or other person to block a report of a doping violation or to retaliate against a report.

[Doping Reporting Hotline]
The Japan Sport Council operates a "Doping Reporting Hotline."
If you witness or hear of any suspected doping violations, please report them here.
(Doping Reporting Hotline:https://report-doping.jpnsport.go.jp/form/）

[Criteria for Suspension Period]
2 years to permanent suspension

* The suspension period may be shortened to a minimum of one year depending on the severity of the offender's error.
*The suspension period will vary depending on the nature of the incident.
*Reference: World Anti-Doping Code 2021, Japan Anti-Doping Code 2021 (Section 10.3.5)

Reference: CODE2021 (World Anti-Doping Code 2021)