What if you are overweight in Japan? Navigating culture, health, and daily life
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5 min read
According to the OECD, as of 2009, only about 3.5% of the Japanese population was classified as obese, highlighting a significant cultural and lifestyle difference compared to Western countries. This reality raises many questions for foreigners or visitors about what if you are overweight in Japan and the societal norms and expectations that come with it.
