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Japan remains one of the most cash-heavy economies in the world, with over 60% of payments still made in cash.
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Osaka Prefecture has earned the unfortunate title of the least safe region in Japan. According to official police data, one crime occurs for every 109 residents. Source: National Police Agency, 2024 Police White Paper Rates of violent crime, theft, and sex-related crimes are particularly high in Osaka, ranking among the lowest nationwide. Among violent cases,
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A massive condo project in Asakura City, Fukuoka, backed by a Chinese developer, has been stopped after 50,000 residents signed petitions and staged protests. Learn how local opposition reshaped the plan.
So, how much can you really make working at a Japanese convenience store? According to September 2025 data from Indeed, based on more than 316,000 job listings, the national average hourly wage sits at 1,121 yen. This is about 8% lower than the overall average for part-time work in Japan.
In rural Japan, abandoned houses are often sold for as little as 1 yen or a few thousand yen, but behind the bargain prices lie chilling real-life stories.
Ever wonder why Japanese people seem so calm under pressure? From morning greetings to nightly baths, these 7 everyday habits act like a hot spring—slow, warm, and soothing—turning stress into balance.
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Japan’s 2025 population ranking shows Tokyo leading with 13.46M while Tottori has just 525K. Full prefecture and city breakdown.
Every year, tons of people look forward to the latest “Prefecture Attractiveness Ranking” for Japan – and the 2025 edition just dropped! It comes from the Brand Research Institute based on their big Regional Brand Survey.
Japan Prefecture Ranking 2025: Hokkaido Stays #1, Saitama Falls to Last Read More »