Guide to Resolving Mobile Carrier Automatic Withdrawal Issues and How to Get Your Money Back

Guide to Resolving Mobile Carrier Automatic Withdrawal Issues and How to Get Your Money Back

Question from a reader:
I have a question about the automatic withdrawal from my mobile carrier. I’ve been having automatic withdrawals from my account for a long time, and even when I tried to investigate what is being deducted, I couldn’t understand the contract details. I also couldn’t resolve it by calling them. My balance has run out, but the withdrawal

Essential Guide to Inheritance Transfer and Key Considerations for Inheritance Tax

Essential Guide to Inheritance Transfer and Key Considerations for Inheritance Tax

Question from a reader:
Please tell me about the transfer of inheritance shares. Currently, my unmarried brother has assets worth about 30 million yen. Assuming that my brother, who is in poor health, will pass away first, my sister and I are discussing this matter. We have agreed that my sister will inherit the bank deposits, and I will inherit the

Did Chiikawa Pass the Grass Pulling Certification Level 5? Unpacking the Pressure and Expectations

Did Chiikawa Pass the Grass Pulling Certification Level 5? Unpacking the Pressure and Expectations

Reader’s Question:
Did Chiikawa really pass the Grass Pulling Certification Level 5? I was wondering if the pressure from Hachiware’s support made Chiikawa feel like they couldn’t disappoint anyone, leading them to switch their exam number with the previous one. It’s interesting how pure and loving encouragement can sometimes feel like

Guide to Determining Liability and Repair Costs in Bicycle and Motorcycle Accidents

Guide to Determining Liability and Repair Costs in Bicycle and Motorcycle Accidents

Question from a reader:
Recently, there was an accident involving a bicycle delivery person and a 125cc motorcycle. The responsibility ratio has been determined to be 1 for our company and 9 for the other party. Our bicycle had almost no damage and did not require repairs. We received a repair estimate from the other party for the motorcycle, but at

Challenges in Japan's Criminal and Civil Law Systems: New Proposals for Victim Support

Challenges in Japan’s Criminal and Civil Law Systems: New Proposals for Victim Support

Question from a reader:
I have questions about Japan’s criminal law and civil system. It feels like there is leniency regarding debt and payment ability; why is that? For example, in a hit-and-run accident where someone was injured, the perpetrator only goes to prison, and actual payments have stopped. Even though the court recognized the debt repayment, the other party is