A growing issue in Japan centers around international students working in retail who resist falling prey to scams, even when faced with aggressive behavior. While specific details about these instances are sparse in the headline, these cases typically involve students being verbally assaulted by customers attempting to deceive them. There is no precise timeline or location specified, but these incidents seem to be a nationwide concern.

The subject of scams has been a pressing concern in Japan, causing anxiety among retailers, especially with foreign workers who might lack proficiency in the language or familiarity with the social norms. The situation has led to ongoing discussions about the support and training required for international students working part-time jobs, including bettering awareness and understanding of such scams.

In the US or EU, scams targeting retail workers are also a problem, usually addressed through worker education and stringent regulation enforcement. However, the issue gets further complicated in Japan, where language and cultural barriers potentially make foreign workers more susceptible.