Takefuji controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2004
Illegal wiretapping of journalists
Yasuo Takei, Takefuji's founder and former chairman, pleaded guilty to charges connected with illegal wiretapping of journalists. The case seriously damaged the company's reputation and intensified scrutiny of its governance.
Disputed settlement agreements concerning refund claims
Fuji Credit reportedly sent some former customers agreements seeking to waive rights to recover excessive interest. Authorities warned that the documents could potentially conflict with Japanese laws governing attorneys or debt servicers.