# cashless (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover cashless. Page: Feed: --- ## [Japan’s New Tax-Free Rules Will Give Shoppers Less Money Back](https://unseen-japan.com/japan-tax-free-refund-fees/) _2026-08-19 · K. Lou · Unseen Japan_ Japan's new tax-free shopping rules start November, leaving handling to private operators and leaving tourists with less than a full refund. ## [Why You Still Need Cash in Japan: A Cautionary Tale](https://unseen-japan.com/japan-cashless-cash-only-tourists/) _2026-08-19 · Jay Allen · Unseen Japan_ You just finished your meal at a Japanese restaurant. Then you realize the store only takes cash. Don't panic - here's what to do next. ## [Perfume in Japan: Why Less Is More, and Where to Wear None at All](https://unseen-japan.com/wearing-perfume-japan-etiquette/) _2026-08-18 · Kristina Rin Fujikake · Unseen Japan_ Will your perfume cause problems? Here's what to know about what to wear (and when not to wear anything) while traveling in Japan. ## [Japan’s Extreme Heat is Killing Off Its Cultural Traditions One by One](https://unseen-japan.com/japan-losing-summer-heat-rituals/) _2026-08-18 · Jay Allen · Unseen Japan_ As Japan gets hotter, age-old cultural rituals such as radio calisthenics, going to the beach, and even Obon dances are suffering. ## [Why Does Japan Have So Many Last Names Compared to China and Korea?](https://unseen-japan.com/japan-surnames-china-korea/) _2026-08-17 · K. Lou · Unseen Japan_ Why does Japan have hundreds of thousands of surnames while China and Korea rely on a handful? The answer lies in a Meiji-era law. ## [Ōsawa Takamasa’s Tokyo Restaurant Only Serves Biryani. It’s Earned Him Michelin Praise](https://unseen-japan.com/biryani-osawa-tokyo-michelin/) _2026-08-17 · K. Lou · Unseen Japan_ Inside Biriyani Osawa: a tiny, reservation-only Tokyo spot serving one pot of biryani per seating, praised in the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2026. ## [Japan Is Building a Separate Transport Network for Tourists’ Luggage](https://unseen-japan.com/japan-hands-free-luggage-delivery/) _2026-08-16 · K. Lou · Unseen Japan_ A new hands-free travel service is part of Japan's latest effort to separate the flow of people from property. ## [A Japanese Soapland Fired Her. So She Turned Them In to the Cops](https://unseen-japan.com/yoshiwara-soapland-whistleblower/) _2026-08-16 · Jay Allen · Unseen Japan_ A soapland allegedly fired a worker after she was sent home with a fever. Here's the story of how she got her revenge. ## [The Museum of Roadside Art: Inside The Tokyo Museum Where Sex and Kitsch Collide](https://unseen-japan.com/museum-roadside-art-sex-kitsch/) _2026-08-13 · Jay Allen · Unseen Japan_ Inside Tokyo's Museum of Roadside Art, a Japanese photojournalist's mission to save erotic art others consider too "lowbrow" to preserve. ## [The Tokyo Neighborhoods With Japan’s Most Acclaimed Restaurants, According to Its Harshest Reviewers](https://unseen-japan.com/tokyo-neighborhoods-tabelog-restaurant-rankings/) _2026-08-12 · K. Lou · Unseen Japan_ Which Tokyo neighborhoods really have the best food? Tabelog scores from 794 restaurants reveal surprising winners and losers across the city. ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KipXBLxQq8B8) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Irdai mandates tagging salesperson on insurance policy to curb mis-selling](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/irdai-mandates-tagging-salesperson-on-insurance-policy-to-curb-misselling-11785334211810.html) _2026-07-29 · mint - insurance_ The new tagging rule operationalises traceability, which Irdai said strengthens accountability and transparency across the distribution chain. ## [Irdai chief wants every insurance sale traced to an individual to curb mis-selling](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/irdai-public-insurance-registry-ajay-seth-insurance-mis-selling-posp-accountability-11785038291395.html) _2026-07-26 · mint - insurance_ Irdai chief Ajay Seth says a proposed Public Insurance Registry will help trace every policy to the individual seller, improve accountability, curb mis-selling and make insurers rethink incentives, transparency and distribution costs. ## [SBI Life cost ratio rises on GST, labour code impact as ULIP share slips](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/sbi-life-cost-ratio-rises-on-gst-labour-code-impact-as-ulip-share-slips-11784896976064.html) _2026-07-24 · mint - insurance_ SBI Life’s costs rose on the GST exemption, higher employee expenses and reinsurance costs, even as profit grew 22%. A large group protection deal boosted growth but weighed on margins, while Ulips lost share to traditional products. ## [HDFC Life CEO Padalkar says protection is being left behind as India chases wealth](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/news/hdfc-life-ceo-vibha-padalkar-insurance-cover-long-term-protection-savers-consumers-11784617960590.html) _2026-07-22 · mint - insurance_ Vibha Padalkar reveals the challenges and opportunities in India's insurance landscape, calling for greater awareness and reform in policy practices. She argues for a shift in narrative from short-term returns to comprehensive coverage. ## [DFS insurance division ranks second, banking placed sixth in grievance redressal index](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/news/dfs-insurance-division-banking-division-grievance-redressal-index-top-10-ranks-review-of-complaints-redressal-workshops-11783598462057.html) _2026-07-09 · mint - insurance_ The DFS's insurance and banking divisions get over 250,000 grievances annually and their performance is attributed to improved redressal strategies and monthly reviews. ## [Why the RBI is concerned about three state-run general insurers](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/rbi-general-insurers-oriental-united-india-national-insurance-solvency-ratio-11782992284462.html) _2026-07-03 · mint - insurance_ National Insurance, Oriental Insurance and United India Insurance have remained below solvency norms for five straight quarters despite improved financial performance and past government capital infusion. ## [LIC flags 'rampant mis-selling' in life insurance, warns of fraud in pockets](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/news/lic-flags-rampant-mis-selling-in-life-insurance-warns-of-fraud-in-pockets-11782815565468.html) _2026-06-30 · mint - insurance_ LIC has flagged mis-selling as a major challenge for the life insurance industry, as IRDAI moves to tighten sales practices. The insurer also highlighted India's protection gap, changing risk landscape and the need for products tailored to gig workers. ## [Finance Ministry announces 100% FDI in insurance sector under automatic route; 20% cap for LIC](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/finance-ministry-announces-100-fdi-in-insurance-sector-under-automatic-route-20-cap-for-lic-11777734697732.html) _2026-05-02 · mint - insurance_ The Finance Ministry announced 100% foreign direct investment in the insurance sector under the automatic route, with a 20% cap for LIC. The amendment to insurance laws was passed in December 2025, allowing this increase from 74% to 100% FDI, following the President's assent. ## [Loss of input tax credit, policy changes weigh on life private insurers’ Q4 margins, profitability](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/news/loss-of-input-tax-credit-policy-changes-weigh-on-life-private-insurers-q4-margins-profitability-11776417086938.html) _2026-04-18 · mint - insurance_ Margins may stay under pressure in H1, with stocks correcting by 8-22% from their 52-week highs, and valuation premiums across large insurers converging. ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MDSr7t4E7Fa6) _2026-04-18 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Govt clears 100% FDI, composite licences in sweeping insurance reforms](https://www.livemint.com/insurance/govt-clears-100-insurance-fdi-composite-licences-sweeping-reforms-11765543766749.html) _2025-12-12 · mint - insurance_ The Union Cabinet has approved the Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, which could drive investments into the sector. The legislation is likely to be tabled in Parliament next week