This article looks at the legal drinking age, social pressure to drink, and tips for staying sober in Japan. The legal drinking age is 20 years old and it is illegal for anyone under this age to purchase or consume alcohol. Drinking culture in Japan is different from other countries as it is often used as a way to build relationships and strengthen connections with others. There are ways of avoiding pressure to drink without offending anyone such as suggesting alternative activities, asking for non-alcoholic beverages, or asking someone else who doesn’t mind drinking alcohol instead. Additionally, there are several brands of non-alcoholic beer available which taste just like regular beer but without any of the effects associated with consuming alcohol.