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Can you live in Japan without a work visa?

This article explores the possibility of living in Japan without a work visa. It outlines the different types of visas available, such as spouse/dependent, student, investor/business manager, cultural activities and temporary visitor visas, which allow people to stay in Japan for up to three years or 90 days respectively. The requirements for obtaining these visas vary but generally include having enough funds for living expenses and no criminal record. Pros and cons of living in Japan without a work visa are discussed and references to the Japanese Immigration Bureau are provided.

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What is the age limit in Japan?

This article explores the different age limits in Japan and how they affect different activities and rights. The overall age of majority is 20 years old, but there are specific requirements for drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, driving a car, getting married, and voting in elections. Understanding these laws is essential to ensure compliance when engaging in any of these activities while visiting or living in Japan.

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Can you go to jail as a minor Japan?

This article explores the Japanese legal system and juvenile justice in Japan, including the penalties for minors, how a minor is processed by the Japanese legal system, and what rights a minor has. Generally speaking, minors are given more lenient sentences than adults due to their mental capacity at the time of committing the crime. Common crimes committed by minors in Japan include shoplifting, vandalism, drug possession and underage drinking. Jail sentences are rare for minors due to leniency shown towards them within the juvenile justice system.

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What was Japan like in medieval times?

This article explores life in Japan during the medieval period (12th-16th centuries). It examines the feudal system, samurai class, religion and culture, trade and commerce, education, arts and literature, and architecture of the time. Buddhism was the most popular faith followed by Shintoism with temples being built for people to worship at. Trade flourished due to increased contact with other countries, while education was highly valued. Arts and literature flourished with new forms of art such as painting and poetry being created by master craftsmen from all over Japan. Architecture changed from simple wooden structures to more elaborate designs made from stone or brick. Overall, life in medieval Japan was vastly different from today but it shaped modern day Japanese society and culture.

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What age is a juvenile in Japan?

This article explores the laws and regulations that govern juveniles in Japan, including what age is considered a juvenile and the legal age of responsibility. The Juvenile Law defines juveniles as any person under 20 years old and provides additional protection for those under 16 years old by limiting their criminal responsibility. Punishment for juveniles found guilty of committing crimes vary depending on the severity and nature of the crime committed but typically involve some form of rehabilitation program instead of prison time or fines. Rehabilitation programs for juveniles involve educational programs, vocational training courses, and psychological counseling if necessary.

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What is the oldest era in Japan?

This article explores the history of Japan, from its earliest inhabitants during the Paleolithic period to its more modern eras. It focuses on the oldest era in Japan, the Jomon Period (14000-300 BC), which saw hunter-gatherers living off the land and making pottery with rope patterns impressed into wet clay. It also looks at other important eras such as the Yayoi Period (300 BC - 300 AD), Kofun Period (300-710 AD), Asuka Period (552-645 AD) and Nara Period (710-794 AD). Each of these eras had a major impact on Japanese culture and society that is still felt today.

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Is 15 the legal age in Japan?

This article explores the legal age requirements in Japan, which is generally set at 20 years old for most activities. Exceptions to this include marriage and driving, which require individuals to be 18 before they can legally engage in these activities without parental consent. The Japanese government enforces its legal age requirements through ID checks and other methods. Additionally, drivers who are between 16-18 must complete an approved driver’s education course before they can obtain their license.

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Did Japan have Middle Ages?

This article examines the history of Japan in order to determine whether it experienced a Middle Ages like Europe did. Through exploring the various eras of Japan, it is concluded that no, Japan did not have a Middle Ages. While there were some cultural similarities between these two regions, the political systems were vastly different. Therefore, it can be said that Japan did not experience a true Middle Ages.

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Did feudal Japan have a golden age?

Feudal Japan experienced multiple "golden ages" throughout its history, from the Heian period to the Edo period. During these times, Japan saw cultural achievements such as literature and woodblock prints, economic growth through increased trade with Europe and Asia, and political stability due to consolidation of power by powerful rulers like Oda Nobunaga and Tokugawa Ieyasu. These eras helped shape modern day Japanese society.

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What was the best era of Japan?

This article by Charles R. Tokoyama examines the different eras of Japan's history and provides his expert opinion on which one was the best. He argues that the Economic Miracle (1960s-1980s) was the greatest era due to its unprecedented economic success, which allowed Japan to become one of the world's leading economies by the 1980s, as well as creating the conditions necessary for modern day globalization.