Is Japan Times Subscription fraud?

• Subscription Fees: Many users report being charged for monthly or annual subscriptions to The Japan Times digital content or print editions.
• Automatic Renewals: Some customers have noted that their subscriptions auto-renewed after the initial period, leading to unexpected charges.
• Single Purchases: Users often mention one-time purchases for specific articles or special editions resulting in charges.
• Additional Services: Charges may stem from accessing premium features or additional resources on the site that require payment.
• Account Upgrades: Some individuals have opted to upgrade their accounts to a higher tier, incurring extra fees.
• Currency Conversion Fees: International users have mentioned extra charges due to currency conversion from their payment provider.
• Purchasing Merchandise: Customers purchasing books or merchandise from The Japan Times store have reported associated charges.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the genki.japantimes.co.jp via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the genki.japantimes.co.jp refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with genki.japantimes.co.jp, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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