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Suicide in Japan

In Japan, suicide is when someone takes their own life, meaning they kill themselves. It's very sad when someone does this and it's a growing problem in Japan. People in Japan often get very stressed and sad because of work and other problems, and when these feelings get too strong, people sometimes decide to take their own lives. Unfortunately, more and more people in Japan are taking their own lives each year, and it is a big problem. People can seek help from family, friends, doctors, or counseling services if they think they may be in danger of taking their own life.