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Disaster relief scam in Japan

Last updated on 30 Apr 2019
Japan

How it works:

  • Well-dressed, English speaking middle aged individuals/Filipinas will approach and show you documentation about a recent disaster.
  • They’ll be very polite and well-educated on the impact of the disaster as they ask for donations. However, this is all a scam – there is no charity behind it.

Places to beware:

  • Tokyo: Shinjuku, Shibuya

What to do:

  • Decline. If you want to help, donate to established charities instead.
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