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164. Why is Japan's Crime Rate So Low?
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
Recent Trends
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By Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin
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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
Recent Trends
Join our Discord community!
Become a member on Patreon!
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