How scammers target you in Japan

from Japan Today Spotlight · host Japan Today

Japan remains one of the safest countries in the world, yet online scams, phone fraud and impersonation schemes are increasingly catching residents off guard. This episode explains how scammers operate, why certain tactics work so well in Japan and what you should watch out for to stay safe.Watch the full Japan Today Spotlight series on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLmgel-5aDxrGswj_8hRRiUwdm5tGGTH

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