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050-3160-7973 phone number information

Basic Information

Number Type
IP phone (050)

Number overview

050-3160-7973 is a push-buying operator reported as introducing itself as "Rakuraku" and using unwanted-goods buying as a pretext. With about 210,000 lookups, it ranks high in the IP-phone access rankings.

Reported tactics

  • The caller opens with, "Do you have anything you don't need?"
  • The caller admits using a purchased list: "We're calling using one of the lists"
  • Under the disguise of buying unwanted items, the visitor lowball-buys precious metals once at your home
  • Many calls are placed by older men

How to handle this call

Don't pick up - hang up immediately

Don't engage with calls from anyone claiming to be a buying service. Never agree to a visit.

Where to report or get help

  • Consumer Hotline: 188
  • Police consultation line: #9110

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of call is 050-3160-7973?

It's a push-buying operator introducing itself as "Rakuraku." It uses unwanted-goods buying as a pretext to lowball-buy precious metals.

Are list-based phone sales illegal?

Using a list itself isn't illegal, but push-buying falls under cooling-off rights. If you're victimized, contact the Consumer Hotline (188).

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