Cultural Norms of Lost Property

This chapter compares the fascinating cultural approaches to lost property in Tokyo and New York, highlighting how societal norms influence the likelihood of retrieving lost items. Through amusing anecdotes and statistics, the speakers explore practices surrounding lost wallets and currency, including Japan's dedicated lost property offices. The lighthearted discussion also touches on the ethical considerations of returning lost items, as well as the psychological factors behind the return rates based on the value of found money.