Is it illegal to be fat in china?

A law in Japan requires older citizens to undergo yearly weight exams but does not make it illegal for anyone to be overweight. read more

To say it is “illegal” to be overweight in Japan is a mischaracterization of the law. It has been referred to as a “fat tax” which may be closer to reality. The Japanese government issued guidelines and goals related to overweight citizens, with penalties for companies who do not meet those goals. read more

Don’t get fat in Japan! According to new laws passed about four years ago, it’s illegal to be above a certain waist measurement. If a male surpasses 33.5 inches in the waist, he’s considered “fat.” For women, it’s 35.4 inches. read more