Living in Japan

Japan has more foreign residents than ever. Will that change as the conviction that "Japan is for the Japanese" gains ground?
The incident comes at a time of increasing suspicion of and prejudice against foreigners living in Japan as the country's right wing surges.
People in Japan are forming long lines to spend half of the current market price for the strategic reserve rice - some lining up overnight.
More people are using dating apps in Japan to meet a partner. More men are using them to cheat. And more women are taking them to court.
Japan may make it tougher for foreigners to perform a driver's license exchange. Is the current debate driven by facts - or by fear?
Being harassed at your job? Afraid how your employer will react if you quit? This company in Japan is there to take the heat for you.
Some experts say a third release from the country's reserves might not have any effect and that prices will remain high until autumn.
Since a new chairman took the reins, parents say the environment has become increasingly hostile and "unsafe."
Of those who refused to communicate with someone in English, 76.5% said it was due to lack of confidence.

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