This presentation discusses the issue of cults in Japan from the perspective of religious freedom, outlining the current discussions and raising some important questions. In the 1990s, the Aum Shinrikyo cult was ordered to dissolve under the Religious Corporations Law, and the court approved the request. In 2023, a similar dissolution request was made for the Unification Church (the Family Federation for World Peace and Unification), and the case is still under review by the court. When the state orders the dissolution of a cult engaged in anti-social activities, it raises concerns about the relationship with constitutional religious freedom. Forcing the dissolution of a religious corporation not only limits the freedom of association of the religious group, but also restricts the individual's freedom to engage in religious practices. In the case of Aum Shinrikyo, the court made certain considerations to protect religious freedom during the proceedings. The presentation analyzes the court's judgment and academic opinions regarding the dissolution order, aiming to clarify Japan's unique approach to such issues. The question of how to deal with cults, especially those engaging in anti-social behavior, and how to balance the regulation of such groups with religious freedom is a universal issue, and Japan's experience offers valuable insights.