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“Self-complacency” in Japanese

Short answer
自得 jitoku じとく

Self-complacency in Japanese is “自得” (jitoku). Full meaning: self-satisfaction, self-complacency, complacency; understanding (on one's own), realizing (through one's own ability); being paid back for one's deeds.

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