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Things that surprised me about Japan when I returned from overseas: 2

Japanese people believe that hard work is a virtue.Many people believe that making money easily is not a good thing, so it is not uncommon for people to work an average of more than 10 hours a day and die from overwork.Many Japanese people are very tired. One of my main goals has become to travel abroad to heal my mind and body.
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The reality and differences between elderly people in Japan and overseas

I think the lifestyles and environments of the elderly in Japan and overseas are quite different. In Japan, stereotypes are very strong and people do not follow invisible rules. This tendency is also due to a society that values ​​the group over the individual.
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A Problem in Japan That’s Not Reported Overseas

Recently, there has been a huge increase in traffic accidents involving rental cars caused by foreign tourists. I think this is due to the fact that they cannot read Japanese traffic signs and drive on the left side of the road. When driving in Japan, I would like people to know basic Japanese and Japanese traffic rules.
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Is it true that Japanese people are non-religious?

It is said that Japanese people are non-religious, but in reality, many people are very ambiguous, being Christian at Christmas and Buddhist at New Year's.I don't understand Japanese people's religious views. This ambiguity may be surprising to people from overseas.
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The Truth Behind Japan’s Labor Shortage 2

The reality for elderly people is that they have to work even after retirement. The situation is completely different from the Showa era, and it is no longer possible to live on a pension. Even if they receive welfare, they are under strict surveillance from those around them, and life remains difficult for the elderly.
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The Truth Behind Japan’s Labor Shortage

The truth hidden behind the reports of a labor shortage in Japan is that many Japanese people want to work but are unable to work enough due to the obstacle of annual income.
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The Truth About Japanese Authoritarianism and Conformity Pressure 1

Japanese society is based on academic credentials, so people respect those in authority. There is also a lot of peer pressure, so people feel very secure when everyone is the same.
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The Deep Psychology of Japanese Mask Love 2

I will talk about the deep psychology of Japanese people who continue to wear masks throughout the coronavirus pandemic, and also about the difficulties I face in Japanese society as a person who does not wear a mask.
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The deep psychology of Japanese people who love masks 1

Japanese people have always liked wearing masks. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, this has increased dramatically, leading to a mask frenzy.I'd like to explain the true psychology behind Japanese people wearing masks.
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Surprising! How to dispose of garbage in Japan and overseas

Garbage disposal practices in Japan and overseas are surprisingly opposite. In Japan, there are very strict rules for separating garbage and many regulations.Furthermore, there are hardly any garbage cans on the streets in Japan.We will tell you about garbage disposal practices in Japan and overseas.