The Financial Services Agency of Japan (JFSA) warns of increasing fraudulent lending solicitations and advises individuals to report suspicious offers to regional finance offices.
The Financial Services Agency of Japan (JFSA) released an updated list of unregistered lenders as part of efforts to curb growing financial fraud involving unauthorized lenders. The agency urged consumers to remain cautious amid rising reports of deceptive lending offers and advised contacting local finance bureaus for consultation when encountering suspicious solicitations. The move underscores Japan’s ongoing initiatives to strengthen consumer protection and enhance financial transparency within the lending sector.