Street Skating is Illegal in Japan, but Not?!
Street skating in Japan isn’t just about skateboarding. It’s one of those topics that reveals a lot about how Japan works as a society. Watch the Full Episode Listen on: Spotify Apple YouTube Street Skating and Public Space in Japan Coming from the U.S., one of the biggest differences I noticed was how little public space there seems to be for skating. Dedicated skate parks exist, but compared with many parts of America, there are far fewer places where skating is simply accepted. That often leaves skaters wondering whether they’re allowed to be somewhere, whether they’ll be asked to leave, or whether they’re bothering the people around them. That uncertainty reflects something bigger. Japan generally places a much stronger emphasis on following rules, avoiding inconvenience to others, and respecti...