We're so lucky here in Japan. We only pay 5% consumption tax compared to countries like Sweden who are lumbered with a staggering 25%. But how long will this last? Jason gives us a play-by-play look at how he sees the next few years unfolding. Political games to keep up appearances, definitely worth a read.
Who Soc'd It?
Unfortunately, the last 50 years of Japan's "democratic" government has shown us just how possible all this really is.