Japan Facts

The World's Oldest Company
The World's Oldest Company

The World's Oldest Company operated in Japan from 578 AD to 2006.

Japanese Addressing System
Japanese Addressing System

Most of the streets in Japan have no name.

Japanese Adult Adoption
Japanese Adult Adoption

98% of all adoptions in Japan are of male adults so that family businesses can remain within the family.

Suicide in Japan
Suicide in Japan

If you commit suicide in Japan by jumping in front of a train, the deceased's family will be charged a disruption fee.