Japan’s NHK fee

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Japan’s NHK reception fee has long been one of the country’s most unpopular charges, sparking debates about fairness, enforcement and whether the system still makes sense. This episode explains why the fee exists, how it’s collected and why so many people want it changed.Watch the full Japan Today Spotlight series on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLmgel-5aDxrGswj_8hRRiUwdm5tGGTH

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