SOCIETY
Japan’s New Visa Rules Are Forcing Tokyo’s Immigrant-Run Restaurants to Close
The new capital requirement for the business manager visa is too high a hurdle for many legitimate, profitable, and law-abiding businesses.
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POLITICS
Japanese Lawmaker Says Anti-Spy Law Could End Oshikatsu Culture
One lawmaker warns that proposed spy legislation could tread on a booming business in Japan: support for one's favorite idol or star.
SOCIETY
Fear of a Black Japan: A “Hometown” Program With Africa Sparks Racist Protests
A simple misunderstanding led some Japanese citizens to protest an initiative they worry will lead to a flood of African immigrants.
INSIDER
[Insider] Can Sanseitō Actually Take Over Japan?
While the party doesn't (yet) have that kind of power, there are troubling signs that its impact could outweigh its small size.
POLITICS
Sanseitō’s “New” Constitution Would Bring Back Japan’s Imperial Era
The popular far-right group's proposed Constitution would restore the Imperial Japan of World War II and eliminate individual liberties.
POLITICS
Sanseitō: How The Far Right Party is Bringing MAGA Tactics to Japan
A far-right party in Japan is slated to outperform in next week's Upper House election. And they're using Trump-like tactics to do…
INSIDER
[Insider] Why Hasn’t Japan’s Far Right Taken Over The Country?
Japan's far right has been left behind. Is this because of Japan's "unique culture"? Or is there something else going on?