Sightseeing Japan
Sightseeing Japan
Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin
164. Why is Japan's Crime Rate So Low?
1 hour 21 minutes Posted May 18, 2026 at 8:00 am.
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Japan is often cited as having one of the lowest crime rates in the world, but what’s really behind that reputation? Join Jason and Paul as they explore the cultural, social, and systemic factors that help keep crime low in Japan.

Topics Covered:

Social Cohesion

Broken Windows Theory

Economic Factors

Legislation

Koban and Community Policing

Judicial System

Underreporting

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