What to Know About Japan's Legal System

In this episode of The Langley Esquire Series, Timothy Langley explains Japan's legal system and addresses questions such as these:
What is a bengoshi?
How are bengoshi in Japan different from lawyers overseas?
What kind of legal training do bengoshi undergo?
Why is the mindset of bengoshi different?
What are the options for conflict resolution in Japan?
How do I select the option that best protects my interests?
And more details on the ins and outs of the legal system and bengoshi in Japan.
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Disclaimer: Timothy Langley is not a registered Japanese bengoshi, and therefore not authorized to give advice on matters of Japanese law. Please disregard anything said in this video that suggests otherwise.

[@sleepy314]

30 years later, do you think they would let a non-japanese person in the bar?

[@chathall574]

If I required the services of a foreign lawyer in Japan... I'm sold. Great video!

[@jasonblack1985]

Thank you for the explanation Timothy. Very insightful indeed!

[@overthreehundredconfirmedk2291]

In addition, the Japanese passport also has the imperial seal.

[@jhca4671]

Incorrect. The seal on passport is Sixteen-Paddled.