Why I Don’t Invest in Japanese Stocks

Why I Don’t Invest in Japanese Stocks is a short, direct essay about investing, culture, and the hidden values behind financial systems.

Written from the perspective of a Japanese teacher and beginner investor, this PDF explains why Japanese stocks felt restrictive, outdated, and deeply tied to the same conformity found in Japanese society.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• why the 100-share unit felt limiting from the start
• why shareholder perks often look better than they really are
• why U.S. stocks felt more flexible and rational
• how investing systems reflect deeper cultural values

This PDF is for readers interested in Japan, investing, financial culture, and independent thinking.