Why Japan keeps repeating the same corporate fraud scandals

Why Japan keeps repeating the same corporate fraud scandals

Tim Hornyak is a Tokyo-based journalist. In March 2025, Toyota Motor subsidiary Hino Motors pled guilty in the U.S. to a long-term fraud scheme under

Unraveling the Cycle: Why Japan Continues to Face Corporate Fraud Scandals

Overview In recent times, Japan has been at the center of numerous notable corporate fraud scandals that highlight alarming trends within its business environment. From Toshiba’s notorious accounting discrepancies to Subaru’s misleading quality control practices, these events prompt essential inquiries regarding the integrity adn governance of Japan’s corporate sector. As reported by nikkei Asia, the persistence of such scandals not only erodes …