In 1950, the Law for the Preservation of National Treasures; the Law for the Preservation of Historic Spots, Scenic Beauties and Natural Monuments; and the Law for the Preservation of Important Fine Arts (for the designation of important fine arts) were integrated and compiled as the Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties.
1950年（昭和25年）、従来の「国宝保存法」、「史蹟名勝天然紀念物保存法」、重要美術品を認定した「重要美術品等ノ保存ニ関スル法律」を統合する形で「文化財保護法」が制定された。