How do I get an e-Stat API key?

Register for a free account at e-stat.go.jp, then visit your My Page to generate an Application ID (appId). Approval is instant.

Is the data available in English?

Many tables support English translations for table titles and category names. The API uses lang=E by default. Some specialized datasets may only be available in Japanese.

What types of statistics are covered?

The database covers national census data, labor force surveys, consumer price indices (CPI), trade statistics, industrial production, health, and education metrics published by all Japanese government ministries.

Japan e-Stat MCP Server for Cursor 2 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Japan e-Stat
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  "mcpServers": {
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    }
  }
}

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About Japan e-Stat MCP Server

The Japan e-Stat MCP Server connects your AI agent to the official Portal of Government Statistics of Japan — the most comprehensive public data repository for the world's third-largest economy.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Japan e-Stat into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Japan e-Stat and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 2 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

Core Capabilities

Table Search — Discover statistical tables across all Japanese government ministries by keyword. Covers census data, national accounts, industrial production, foreign trade, labor force surveys, and more.
Data Retrieval — Pull raw numerical data from any table, fully classified by category, geographic area, and time period.
English Support — The API supports lang=E for English-translated table names and categories where available.

Free API key required (instant registration at e-stat.go.jp). Japan publishes some of the most detailed and reliable economic statistics in the world, making this an essential resource for global macro analysis, trade research, and market intelligence.

The Japan e-Stat MCP Server exposes 2 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Japan e-Stat to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Japan e-Stat MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Japan e-Stat

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Japan e-Stat, help me...". 2 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Japan e-Stat MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Japan e-Stat through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Japan e-Stat + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Japan e-Stat MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Japan e-Stat MCP Tools for Cursor (2)

These 2 tools become available when you connect Japan e-Stat to Cursor via MCP:

get_japan_stats_data

Use search_japan_statistics first to find the correct table ID. Returns category-classified data with time periods, areas, and values. Retrieve statistical data from a specific Japanese Government e-Stat table

search_japan_statistics

Returns table IDs, organization names, titles, and survey dates. Use the returned table ID with get_japan_stats_data to retrieve actual numbers. Keywords work in both English and Japanese. Common topics: population, GDP, industry, trade, employment, tourism, education, health. Search for statistical tables in the Japanese Government e-Stat database

Example Prompts for Japan e-Stat in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Japan e-Stat immediately.

"Find Japanese population statistics by prefecture."

"Fetch the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for Tokyo."

"Show me the industrial production index for the automotive sector."

Troubleshooting Japan e-Stat MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Japan e-Stat to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Japan e-Stat + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Japan e-Stat MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.