In Japan, stories of people who live extremely frugal lives often spark debate about the balance between saving money and enjoying life. Some admire the discipline, while others see it as a warning about what one might miss.

One such case has surfaced again.

South China Morning Post reported that a 67-year-old Japanese man, known by the alias Suzuki, who saved obsessively for decades and built assets worth ¥65 million (Rs 3.9 crore), says he now regrets the personal sacrifices he made in pursuit of frugality. Advertisement

Suzuki was born into a poor family and started earning money while still in secondary school, working part-time in restaurants. After getting a full-time job, he rented a cheap flat far from his office to save money. He cooked for himself every day and carried a lunc

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