by gwolf666 » 21 Jan 2026, 02:35
But if there are millions of Japanese people, it's practically a miracle they could fit into that tiny country they have. To me, it's just another excuse for the government to steal, as always. No matter how many taxes they impose, if people don't want children, they won't have them. Besides, like I said, it's not like they're going to become extinct in a few years; there are millions of them. Honestly, that idea is disgusting. To me, it's just another stupid excuse for the government to steal, nothing more than that.
--- 21 Jan 2026, 02:44 ---
I just checked the official information, and it's not actually a "tax on single people" as some are saying. What Japan will implement in April 2026 is the Childcare and Parenting Support System. Basically, they're adding a surcharge to the health insurance premiums paid by all adults, whether they have children or not.
The average will be around ¥500 per month (approximately $3.50) for salaried workers, although it depends on income. There will also be smaller contributions for the self-employed and retirees. The money raised will be used to fund subsidies for families with children, childcare, and financial assistance for each child.
The controversy arises because those without children feel they are paying without receiving direct benefits, which is why it's being called a "tax on single people" on social media. But in reality, the government isn't forcing you to get married or have children to avoid paying; it's a solidarity contribution that affects all adults.
In short: it's not a punishment exclusively for single people, but a surcharge on health insurance to finance policies against low birth rates.
Now, I totally support having sex without a condom!
In fact, it's normal, but always accompanied by testing for sexually transmitted infections for both partners.
But if there are millions of Japanese people, it's practically a miracle they could fit into that tiny country they have. To me, it's just another excuse for the government to steal, as always. No matter how many taxes they impose, if people don't want children, they won't have them. Besides, like I said, it's not like they're going to become extinct in a few years; there are millions of them. Honestly, that idea is disgusting. To me, it's just another stupid excuse for the government to steal, nothing more than that.
--- 21 Jan 2026, 02:44 ---
I just checked the official information, and it's not actually a "tax on single people" as some are saying. What Japan will implement in April 2026 is the Childcare and Parenting Support System. Basically, they're adding a surcharge to the health insurance premiums paid by all adults, whether they have children or not.
The average will be around ¥500 per month (approximately $3.50) for salaried workers, although it depends on income. There will also be smaller contributions for the self-employed and retirees. The money raised will be used to fund subsidies for families with children, childcare, and financial assistance for each child.
The controversy arises because those without children feel they are paying without receiving direct benefits, which is why it's being called a "tax on single people" on social media. But in reality, the government isn't forcing you to get married or have children to avoid paying; it's a solidarity contribution that affects all adults.
In short: it's not a punishment exclusively for single people, but a surcharge on health insurance to finance policies against low birth rates.
Now, I totally support having sex without a condom! :twisted: In fact, it's normal, but always accompanied by testing for sexually transmitted infections for both partners. 8-) <3
