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    How contracts become binding, what consumers can do when problems occur, and where residents can find legal advice, mediation, or professional representation.

    • What is Houterasu, or the Japan Legal Support Center?

      Houterasu is the commonly used name for the Japan Legal Support Center. It serves as a public starting point for people facing a legal problem who are unsure where to seek help. It is sometimes mistaken for a place where anyone can recei...
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