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Tattoo Restrictions in Japan
In Japan, sometimes, tattoos restrict people from entering certain facilities. This is because tattoos have a certain image and connotation in Japanese society and culture.
The following are examples of places where tattoos are generally restricted:
1. Onsen and public bathhouses: onsen and public bathhouses often prohibit people with tattoos from entering. People once considered tattoos as a symbol of membership in criminal organizations like the yakuza (gangsters). So, the belief is that they may make other customers anxious. However, in recent years, onsen facilities catering to foreign tourists may be more flexible.
2. Health facilities and sports clubs: this is to avoid tattoos violating the sporting events and tournament rules. It’s also to avoid problems with other users.
3. Janitorial and food-related workplaces: because Japanese people sometimes consider tattoos a hygienic issue, some janitorial and food-related workplaces may not hire people with tattoos.
Although the above restrictions still exist, Japanese society has become more diverse in recent years. And the attitude toward tattoos is changing, especially among the younger generation. And although some places have eased up restrictions for foreign tourists, it’s good to know that some places still have restrictions.
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