There are 2 groups of people discussing this subject, one large part that constantly complains about Brazil, and another part that is not satisfied working in Japan or with how the country operates. Of course, Japan is ahead in thousands of things, such as technology and economy, while Brazil has a huge reputation for corruption and violence; however, this is not a reason to say that one is better than the other.
In this article, I do not want to favor any of the countries; we will look at points that disadvantage each country to show that currently, there is no way to escape the difficulties that await us in this future terrível. It simply comes down to personal decision about where it is better to be.
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Safety
Japan is one of the countries with the lowest crime and violence rates in the world, with only 3 gun-related deaths per year, and a very low robbery rate. This is a great choice for those who want to walk around with expensive cell phones and leave home without the fear of getting shot. On the other hand, we have Brazil, a country where more than 5 gun-related deaths occur per hour, and it has a high rate of robberies, violence, and traffic accidents caused by careless drivers.
But are we really safe in Japan? A country full of earthquakes, volcanoes, typhoons that can cause tsunamis and hurricanes? Not to mention the radiation that is being spread thanks to the Fukushima power plants.
We should not do like some Brazilians and generalize. Many Brazilians who have no understanding of Japan think that there are earthquakes that open the ground and kill people every day. (kkkk) In the last 10 years we had only 1 fatal earthquake, and the culprit of the deaths was the tsunami that killed just over 30,000 people.
The only problem is that we do not know what tomorrow holds, and anything can happen, such as: volcanoes exploding and tsunamis coming. So the tip is, stay away from the sea. On the other hand, Japan is quite prepared for natural disasters, whereas if an earthquake occurs in Brazil, nothing stands upright. In summary: Earthquakes are a minimal problem in Japan, but since we do not know what tomorrow holds, the unknown may come.
Work and education
A educação do Brazil é péssima, tanto nas escolas como na sociedade. Você tem que se adaptar e viver num local onde falar palavrões e gírias de conotação sexual seja algo normal e legal, e ter o máximo de cuidado, porque ninguém segue nenhuma lei, tanto no trânsito, como ao manter sua cidade organizada e limpa. Sem citar a falta de temperamento das pessoas, onde elas ficam nervosas e causam problemas umas às outras.
Now about Work? There are thousands of holidays, you can work at your slow pace, but you have to settle for a low salary and the high cost of living. Not to mention the huge unemployment rate present in the country. Inequality is greater, as in Brazil it’s every man for himself. Some kill themselves working to earn little, while others don’t work and earn a fortune.
Education in Japan? It's so big that you can even be scared, the Japanese are extremely polite, they talk thinking about the other person. Of course, like any country, there will be cases of prejudice. This even happens among the Japanese themselves, due to the various social and economic hierarchies. Another problem in Japanese schools is the Bully (Ijime) that happens among the Japanese, and it can happen even more if you are a foreigner.
Now about Work in Japan? In Japan, there is no shortage of jobs. However, if you do not have a degree or knowledge of the language, the most you can get is to work in factories for at least 10 hours a day. Despite the high salary, be prepared to do the same thing every day and have little time to enjoy life.
Social life and leisure
Many believe that Japanese people don't have fun. Anyone who studies Japan knows that there are endless ways to enjoy life in Japan; there is a huge variety of things to do, explore, and see. However, leisure is not always happiness; Japanese people suffer in their social lives due to their shyness, lack of time, and other issues.
They already have social problems among themselves, and they will have even more with foreigners. But don't think that having a social life in Japan is difficult; if you make an effort, have knowledge of the language, and pursue it, you will have great and true friendships. As for leisure, if you have money, you will never be bored in Japan, but be prepared to follow rules and have a lifestyle different from Brazilians.
Brazil is famous for its great freedom, and it also has a huge variety of leisure and fun, many prefer the way Brazilians have fun, but this brings both social and mental harm. People who go beyond the limits, end up harming others and even themselves in a physical or psychological sense.
Agora a vida social entre os brasileiros é ótima, eles têm ótimos relacionamentos e amizades, conversam muito, têm uma forma diferente de se expressar, que atrai estrangeiros do mundo inteiro a conhecer esse jeito brasileiro. Porém, isso tem se deteriorando aos poucos e ficando fatal. Está cada vez mais difícil confiar nas pessoas ou fazer brincadeiras, já que algumas pessoas levam a sério e fazem coisas terríveis por isso. Aquele "Bom dia" que ouvimos das pessoas na rua tem acabado.
other points
Of course we didn't address important points like the environment. Japan, despite being small, doesn't only have buildings as people think; however, Brazil is full of space with plantations and trees that provide unique foods and a tropical climate for everyone. In Brazil, you can eat fruits to your heart's content, while in Japan you will have to spend a bit.
Besides that, a fatal point is Brazilian politics, the main responsible for sinking Brazil and its culture. It's too late to say that Brazil is going to change; similarly, we cannot say that Japan or any other country in the world will improve; the trend is only to worsen, since humanity ignores small problems that are the cause of everything.
Wrapping Up
There is no better or worse country than the other, there are points of view. As much as I love Japan and its culture, and as much as I hate the lifestyle that Brazilians lead (slang, swear words, attitude, and education), I intend to settle near my family and I don't plan to kill myself working in factories in Japan. Of course, if opportunities arise, I will rush to live in Japan or in other countries that I like such as Canada or somewhere in Europe.
The important thing is not to worry about this, every country has problems, and the conditions of the earth and man, no matter how much you want to ignore. It will only get worse. Not to mention that the Unexpected comes to everyone, don't keep dreaming about things that can change drastically. So, don't complain about any country or keep saying that one is better than the other. Of course, you can love a country and speak well of it, like I do with 日本.
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