Some Japanese people pay thousands to disappear – and it’s completely legal

News24·Aug 25

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A phenomenon in Japan involves people paying to disappear, with companies assisting in this process. The practice, known as Johatsu, appears to be a secretive and legal way for individuals to vanish. It is unclear how widespread this issue is or what becomes of those who choose to disappear, as reports of Johatsu are mixed with unrelated news stories.

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