Don’t Fall for These Scams in Japan by Local!

Japan is safe — but tourists are still targeted by scams.

In this video, a local guide breaks down the most common scams in Japan and shows you how to avoid them, especially around nightlife, taxis, and shopping.

Watch before your trip and travel smarter 🇯🇵

Chapter:
00:00 Opening
00:43 Fake Monks
02:16 Rip Off Bars
04:28 Unlicensed Taxi's
06:06 Pickpocketing Theives
07:27 Otoshi Culture
09:05 Dual Pricing
10:56 ATM Traps



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