Why are there so few trash cans in Japan? If you’ve ever visited Japan, you may have noticed how clean the streets are—despite the surprising lack of public trash bins. In this video, I explore the reasons behind this unique aspect of Japanese society. One major turning point was a terrorist attack in 1995, which led to the removal of many trash cans for public safety. But there's more to the story. Japan’s strong primary education system and deeply rooted cultural values around cleanliness and
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