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Unveiling Japan’s Legal Enigmas: A Journey Through Surprising Norms
From Age of Consent to Whaling: Exploring Japan’s Startling Legal Landscape.
Get ready for a dose of wonderment and bewilderment as we dive into a side of Japan you may not have known existed. Are you ready for some shocking norms of Japan that might land you behind bars in other parts of the world?
Fasten your seat belts as we begin this whirlwind journey of Japan’s legal landscape. From debatable age of consent laws to legal cousin marriages, Japan’s lawbook may leave you scratching your head. But before we go ahead, a quick disclaimer. This is NOT a legal guide, but purely for entertainment.
Now, let’s begin our adventurous legal carousel!
- Age of Consent: Japan’s age of consent stands at a debatable 13 years (now 16), one of the lowest globally. This century-old law has been a part of Japan’s Penal Code since 1907, resulting in some heated discussions.
- Marrying Cousins: A law dating back to the Meiji period, first cousin marriages are legal in Japan. This practice was to help families hold onto their wealth. Whether or not you agree with it, the reality is, Japan is all for it.
- Defamation: Here’s an interesting twist. In Japan, you can sue someone for damaging your public image or honor, even if their statements are true! It’s a unique shield protecting your honor.
- Food: Whale hunting, dolphin hunting, and eating seal meat are all legal practices in Japan. Though not consumed regularly, they form a part of the diet for some Japanese.
- Cigarettes: Oddly enough, you can still buy cigarettes from vending machines in Japan! With certain restrictions in place, smoking is permitted in specific indoor spaces like hotel rooms, cigar bars, and certain small-sized restaurants and bars.
So there you have it! A glance at some of the laws that make Japan a legal enigma that’s both intriguing and startling.
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