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Creating a "thief-free" and "clean" Japan? Let's see it in real life
Hello everyone, I am Xiao Ming, a well-known self-media blogger. Today I would like to share with you some of the Japanese topics that I have been following during this time, in the hope that you will have a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of this East Asian neighbor.
Yes, Japan has always been regarded as a country with "no thieves" and "clean love", and many people even hold it up as an example. But what about the actual situation? Is it really as "perfect" as everyone thinks?
Let's join me to dig deep into the truth behind these so-called "advantages".
Is Japan really a "thief-free" paradise?
In many people's minds, Japan is a country with almost no thieves. This impression often comes from the low crime rate in Japan as a whole, and it also makes people look forward to the safety and order of Japan.
Recently, however, a high-profile video of theft has emerged, raising suspicions.
In May 2022, a couple from Brazil accidentally recorded a video of a Japanese man expertly stealing wallets from passers-by while traveling in Japan. The thief acted quickly and stealthily, which can be called "sophisticated". As soon as this video was released, it immediately caused heated discussions on the Internet, and some people began to question whether the so-called "thief-free" Japan is just a superficial phenomenon.
I also carefully analyzed the video and the associated data. In fact, although the overall law and order situation in Japan is not bad, it is true that some crimes such as theft occur from time to time. According to the National Police Agency, the number of criminal law crimes in Japan in 2021 was about 1.05 million, of which about 550,000 were thefts.
These figures show that Japan is not a completely "thief-free" paradise. Even though its crime rate is low in the world, there are still some facts that criminals are rampant.
So, why is this happening? Some people have analyzed that this may be related to the generally strong "sense of shame" of the Japanese. In Japan, once a crime is exposed, the offender will not only be punished by the law, but also be condemned by a powerful society, and may even lose his job, be abandoned by family and friends. That's why most Japanese people try to avoid committing crimes.
However, I personally believe that we should not make Japan a perfect person because of this. Every country has its own security problems, and we should not be too idealistic about one country because of some superficial appearances. On the contrary, it is more important for us to maintain an objective attitude and understand the strengths and weaknesses of each country, rather than blindly deifying them.
So, what about the other long-rumored feature of "Japan loves cleanliness"?
Are Japanese streets really synonymous with "love of cleanliness"?
When people think of Japan, the first thing that comes to mind is its clean and tidy streets. In the eyes of many people, Japan is undoubtedly a country that loves cleanliness, and exudes a "clean" atmosphere everywhere.
However, there has been some new information recently that raises some questions about this stereotype.
In April 2022, a netizen from China was traveling in Japan when he captured some surprising images. On the streets of Tokyo, he found that there were almost no garbage cans to be found, and instead there were piles of garbage all over the mountains. This is undoubtedly a far cry from the stereotype that "Japan loves cleanliness".
The video sparked a lot of discussion. Some people say that this situation is not unique, and that similar scenes can be seen all over Japan. Although the streets of Japan are generally relatively clean, if you look closely, you can see some problems.
The reason for this may be related to Japan's "separate management" garbage system. In Japan, residents are required to dispose of garbage at designated collection points, and regular garbage cans are rarely set up on the streets. Although this practice is conducive to the classification and recycling of garbage, it is also easy to cause some tourists or passers-by to be unable to dispose of their garbage correctly in time, resulting in the deterioration of the street environment.
On the other hand, there is also a lack of environmental awareness among some people in Japanese society. Even if there is a dedicated garbage collection point on the street, there are often some people who throw away garbage at will, which affects the overall cleanliness of the street. This is also an important reason for the accumulation of garbage on the streets of Japan.
Through these phenomena, it is not difficult to see that the so-called "Japan loves cleanliness" is not an absolute fact. On the contrary, each country has its own unique culture and customs, and we should not simply hold them up as a model for the sake of superficial appearances.
We should adopt an open and objective attitude to understand the characteristics of different countries, rather than blindly deifying or demonizing them based on our subjective judgments. Only in this way can we understand the world more truly and better communicate with others.
So, what should we think about Japan's other hot topic, nuclear sewage discharge?
Is it "safe" to discharge nuclear wastewater?
Recently, the Japanese government's plan to discharge nuclear wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the sea in 2023 has aroused widespread concern and questions around the world. Although the Japanese government claims that this practice meets international standards, there is still much controversy.
What's more, some Chinese netizens have even appeared to "stand up" for Japan. They said that there was no need to worry too much about the nuclear sewage treatment standards, and even said that Japan's nuclear sewage discharge was "safer than that of China". This point of view has undoubtedly aroused more people's thinking and questioning.
So, is Japan's plan to discharge nuclear wastewater safe? Why is there such a voice of support?
First of all, we must objectively understand that there are indeed certain environmental risks associated with the discharge of nuclear wastewater. According to relevant scientific data, nuclear sewage contains a variety of radionuclides, such as carbon-14, tritium, plutonium, etc., which will pose a potential threat to the human body and the ecological environment. Even after treatment, a certain amount of radioactive material remains in it.
Moreover, even if the Japanese government claims to meet the emission standards, there are many uncertainties. Especially in the event of an accident or accident, the consequences can be unimaginable. What's more, this decision will also directly affect other countries and regions outside of Japan.
So why are some Chinese supporting Japan's plan to discharge nuclear wastewater? According to my analysis, there may be several reasons behind it:
First, some people may have a certain admiration for Japan and have some stereotypes about Japan, believing that Japan is advanced in any field. They are often unable to maintain an objective and rational attitude, and are easily confused by certain superficial phenomena.
Second, some people may support Japan out of certain interests. After all, if Japan's nuclear wastewater discharge plan is implemented, it may also bring certain business opportunities to related industries. This profit-driven drive may influence their judgment.
Third, some people may be dissatisfied with domestic environmental policies, and are inclined to support Japan's approach in order to highlight relevant domestic problems. This kind of thinking is undoubtedly one-sided and wrong.
On the whole, there are undoubtedly certain environmental safety risks in Japan's nuclear sewage discharge plan, and we should not easily accept the remarks of some people, but should maintain an objective and rational attitude, and pay attention to scientific data and professional judgment. Only in this way can we better understand the essence of this problem and contribute to the protection of the global environment.
Overall, by discussing these hot topics, we can see that the evaluation of Japan is not static. Sometimes, we are easily confused by superficial phenomena and ignore the essence of things.
We should not be overly idealistic about any country, but should maintain an open and objective attitude to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of each country. Only in this way can we better understand the world and better communicate and learn from people from different countries.
As a veteran self-media person, I hope that through this article, you can have a more comprehensive and in-depth understanding of Japan. We need to strive to break down stereotypes and use facts and figures to recognize the true face of the country, rather than being fooled by superficial facts.
Only in this way can we better appreciate the unique charm of Japan, an oriental country, and can we view the world in a more objective and fair manner. Let's work together!