Living in Japan
As Japan’s Foreign Population Grows, So Does A “Japanese First” Mindset
Japan has more foreign residents than ever. Will that change as the conviction that "Japan is for the Japanese" gains ground?

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Jay is a resident of Tokyo where he reports and conducts tours for Unseen Japan. His work on Japan has been cited in numerous publications, including USA Today, the Washington Post, Fortune, TIME, NPR, The Guardian, and The World. In his spare time, he loves reading Japanese novels. You can follow Jay on Bluesky.
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Living in Japan
Japan has more foreign residents than ever. Will that change as the conviction that "Japan is for the Japanese" gains ground?
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