<tn>In 1964, Japan made significant progress in blood donation by abolishing the paid blood-selling system and establishing a secure blood donation system. This change was prompted by public outcry against the dangers of paid blood donations, which led to the development of a 100% voluntary, non-remunerated blood donation system. The government aimed to ensure that blood for transfusions was obtained through voluntary donations, thereby improving public health and safety in blood transfusion practices.</tn>