On December 12, the Japan Kanji Proficiency Test Association announced the 2023 Japanese Kanji of the Year, and after fierce competition, the word "tax" stood out and became the Chinese character that best represents the state of the world this year. This result fully reflects the concern and heated discussion of tax issues in Japanese society.
According to Japan's NHK TV station, the reason for the selection of the word "tax" in this year's kanji selection is that "Japan has been discussing matters related to tax increases this year" and "the 'fixed tax reduction' of 40,000 yen per person is a hot topic this year". It can be seen that the tax issue is hot and influential in Japanese society.
It is worth mentioning that the Chinese character with the second most votes is "夏", and the third place is "战". Both Chinese characters also have their specific social backgrounds. In the hot summer months, there is a lot of discussion in Japanese society about hot weather and the prevention of heat stroke, so the word "heat" has become a popular candidate. The word "war" is related to various conflicts and wars that have occurred in Japan and abroad, and is also an important issue of concern to Japanese society.
The Japan Kanji of the Year Contest was initiated by the Japan Kanji Proficiency Testing Association, and it is now celebrating its 29th anniversary since 1995. Through public voting, the campaign selects a Chinese character that best represents the state of the world at the time, thus reflecting the focus of social attention and the voice of the people.
The fact that the character "tax" was selected as Japan's kanji of the year for 2023 shows the importance of tax issues in Japanese society. Taxation is an indispensable part of every country, and it is directly related to the stability of the country's finances and the well-being of its citizens. The concern and heated discussion on the tax issue in Japanese society reflects the public's concern about fiscal policy and social welfare, and also expresses the expectation of a fair and reasonable tax system.
Through the selection of Japanese kanji of the year, we can get a glimpse of the degree of attention paid to tax issues in Japanese society, and it can also reflect the society's expectations for fiscal policy and the pursuit of a fair and reasonable tax system. Taxation is a complex and wide-ranging topic that involves the stability of national finances, social equity and the well-being of citizens. It is hoped that Japan will listen carefully to the voices of the people, formulate a more fair and reasonable tax policy, and make a positive contribution to social stability and the well-being of the people.