Daily Life in Japan
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Gambling in Japan
Although gambling is officially illegal in Japan, there are still ways to enjoy a wager. How do Japanese people enjoy a gamble, and how does that work with the law?
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Pachinko | Flashy productions and hands-on gambling
Pachinko is a pinball-like game that is one of the few legal forms of gambling in Japan. How does the game work? And is it easy to play it as a foreigner?
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Japan’s super-aging society among the top in the world
Japan’s population is decreasing, bringing economical problems with it. What is going on, and what is Japan planning to do to remedy this?
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High Tech Toilets in Japan
Toilets in Japan are some of the most advanced in the world. What are the newest functionalities? And what on earth is going on with those sound buttons in public toilets?
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Surgical Masks used for various purposes in Japan
Why have Japanese people been wearing masks even before Covid-19 hit? Besides protecting yourself and others from viruses, there are interesting other reasons as well.
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Japan’s Economy Recovering from the Slump
It is no secret that Japan’s economy has been in a slump for the last 30 years. Ever since the Japanese stock market crashed in 1989, Japan hasn’t been able to get back to pre-crash levels until very recently.
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Secret of High Economic Growth in Japan
The Japanese economy was booming in the mid-20th century. What were Japan’s opportunities that caused this economic boom?
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Salaries and Taxes in Japan’s Economic Powerhouse
Because the Japanese government has a large budget deficit, the tax burden is quite high in Japan. What is the average salary, and how much do Japanese workers have to pay in taxes and premiums?
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Energy Generation in Japan
Japan has historically relied heavily on nuclear energy generation until the 2011 disaster has shown the need for alternative power sources. Is renewable energy on Japan’s agenda? And what other resources are (still) used?
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Happy Coming of Age Ceremony
You can do a lot of things once you become an adult, so many young people look forward to this event. In Japan, it is no different, and there is even a special day for new adults. Read more about what it means to turn of legal age in Japan.
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5 Most Surprising Things in Japan
When someone comes to Japan for the first time, the contrast or the great cultural differences that exist between Japan and their own culture creates many surprising moments!
