Alcoholics Anonymous

Issues | THE FOREIGN ELEMENT Jun 2, 2019

Coming to Japan to escape alcohol is risky, but help is available

by Gianni Simone

When Casey "dropped dead" on his kitchen floor, he realized he hit rock bottom. Luckily, he got the support he needed to get his drinking problem under control.

Lifestyle Aug 30, 2014

Dealing with addiction: Japan's drinking problem

by Masami Ito

We admit we are powerless over alcohol and we need help to break the habit. We will participate in meetings and speak frankly about ourselves. We will reflect on our mistakes and accept the damage that alcohol has caused. We will strive to change and create a ...