Japan's WORST Tourist Scam Explained | $6,000 Lost in a Day

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Japan is one of the safest countries, but tourists can still fall victim to scams. This video explains two common scams: bar touts in Tokyo's nightlife districts and cult recruitment, sharing real-life horror stories and advice to stay safe.

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Shinjuku
Shinjuku City
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A historically touristy district in Tokyo, known for its nightlife and entertainment. It's one of the primary areas where bar tout scams occur.
Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
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Roppongi
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A historically touristy district in Tokyo, known for its nightlife and entertainment. It's one of the primary areas where bar tout scams occur.
Roppongi, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan
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Ueno
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A historically touristy district in Tokyo, mentioned as a lesser extent area where bar tout scams can occur.
Ueno, Taito City, Tokyo 110-0005, Japan
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Shibuya
Shibuya
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A historically touristy district in Tokyo, mentioned as a lesser extent area where bar tout scams can occur.
Shibuya, Tokyo
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Kabukicho
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A very cool district in Tokyo known for its amazing food, awesome nightlife, and incredible atmosphere. It's become more gentrified over the last decade with more hotels, making it a likely place for tourists to stay.
Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan
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Sapporo Park
Park · Sapporo
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Scenic, wooded park & national shrine site known for its 15-m. waterfall with viewing areas.
Maruyama Park, ３ Miyagaoka, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0959, Japan
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Tokyo Station
Transit station · Chiyoda City
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A major transportation hub in Tokyo, where cult recruiters have been known to approach foreign travelers.
Tokyo Station, 1 Chome Marunouchi, Chiyoda City, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan
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Golden Gai
Tourist attraction · Shinjuku City
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A bar district in Shinjuku where some bars might have different, less favorable menus for foreigners compared to Japanese customers.
Shinjuku Golden-Gai, あかるい花園五番街 1 Chome-1-6 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021, Japan