Law & Crime

“It’s Me”: How Scammers in Japan Recruit the Young to Rob the Old

How scammers steal tens of millions of dollars in Japan every year - and coerce desperate young people into doing their dirty work for them.

Sushi Chain Demands Kid Pay Up for “Sushi Terrorism” Stunt

In the wake of a wave of "sushi terrorism" earlier this year, conveyor belt chain Sushiro is suing a high school-age kid for over half a million dollars USD. Read more about the lawsuit - and what people in Japan are saying about it.

Blatant Ginza Robbery Sheds Spotlight on Japan’s “Dark Gig Economy”

A recent robbery in Tokyo's Ginza district has gripped Japan - and raised alarm bells about a disturbing new crime trend.

Protesters Hold Demo Against Japan’s New Refugee Law Reforms

Refugees and their advocates say a revision to Japan's immigration law risks repeating recent high-profile tragedies.

Police Bust Another Men’s Con Cafe for Exploiting Minors in Kabukicho

Police cracked down on yet another men's con cafe for serving a minor in what authorities say is an increasingly common problem.

Japan to Schools: Don’t Dock Attendance for Groping Victims

Japan's government took steps this week to make it easier for school-age women to report groping assaults.

Tokyo Nightlife Vans Evading Bans Inspire New Regulations

Mobile billboards, many advertising nightlife businesses, loudly circle the streets of Tokyo. Now the government is cracking down.

#MeToo in JET: Verdict in Sexual Assault Case

A former JET Program participant who suffered sexual assault has won a civil lawsuit against Nagasaki Prefecture.

Stalking Murder Rekindles Debate About Women’s Safety in Japan

A shocking case of stalking and murder in Fukuoka Prefecture raises questions about whether Japan's stalking laws need more teeth.

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