Japan, long known for its quirky services and technological marvels, has once again surprised the world with a unique and controversial offering. A company named Rental Kowaihito (literally, “Scary Person on Rent”) is providing clients with intimidating individuals to help resolve personal and professional disputes legally and without violence.
The concept has quickly gained attention online, with many describing it as Japan’s latest example of blending social challenges with innovative if unconventional business solutions.
How the Service Works
According to the company, these rented “scary people” are bald, heavily tattooed, and carry an intimidating aura designed to make the opposing party back down without confrontation. Clients hire them to accompany them to disputes, whether it’s a quarrel with noisy neighbors, disagreements with rude employees, or even personal conflicts involving unfaithful partners.
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The company claims that most disputes are resolved in less than 30 minutes simply by the intimidating presence of these individuals. The rented “scary person” remains with the client until the issue is settled. Importantly, the firm insists that its operations are entirely legal and that these intimidating individuals are not gangsters or part of any criminal group.
Costs and Conditions of Hiring
The service comes at a price. Customers must pay:
- 20,000 yen (approx. ₹12,000) for a 30-minute session.
- Up to 30,000 yen (approx. ₹18,000) for a three-hour session.
- Additional travel expenses are charged if the client is located outside the city.
While the fees may appear steep, clients argue that the efficiency and effectiveness of the service make it worthwhile, especially in situations where legal proceedings or direct confrontations would be too costly or time-consuming.
Public Reactions: Useful or Problematic?
The unusual service has triggered a wave of mixed reactions on social media and in Japanese communities. Supporters see it as a useful tool for the vulnerable, especially for people who are soft-spoken, socially anxious, or routinely ignored in disputes.
One commenter noted, “This service is very beneficial for people who are always suppressed because they are too kind or weak to fight back.”
Others, however, expressed skepticism, raising hypothetical concerns: “What if both sides in a dispute hire scary people? What happens then?” Some critics also warn that such services, while technically legal, risk normalizing intimidation as a method of conflict resolution.
