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Japanese Game Makers Sidestep Apple and Google Fees with External Payment Systems

2025-08-23

Nearly 70% of popular Japanese mobile games have adopted external payment systems to avoid hefty commissions from Apple and Google. This move precedes a new Japanese law requiring the tech giants to open their payment systems, which are currently used by almost all users. Switching to external websites for payments reduces commissions from up to 30% to around 5%, boosting profitability for game makers and potentially offering discounts to players. This affects a market estimated at over 1 trillion yen ($6.8 billion).

Japanese City Proposes Smartphone Usage Limit: Two Hours a Day

2025-08-23

Toyoake City in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is drafting an ordinance recommending residents limit their smartphone use to two hours daily outside of work and school. This would be Japan's first such municipal regulation, aiming to address concerns about excessive technology use impacting health and family life. The proposed ordinance, effective October 1st, urges children to stop using smartphones by 9 p.m. (elementary school) and 10 p.m. (junior high and older). While penalties aren't included, the city hopes to encourage reflection on smartphone habits and will collaborate with schools and parents to promote healthy device use.