The Japan Landscape Architects Association (JLAU) is an organization of Registered Landscape Architects (RLA), who have been certified as experts in landscape design practice, and stakeholders who support their activities. Established in May 2013, the association aims to provide opportunities for self-development aimed at improving the qualifications of landscape design professionals, as well as for interaction and learning. In 2016, the association merged with IFLA JAPAN, aiming to expand its activities to a broader perspective and with a more international flavor.