Japan Is Quietly Embracing Immigration
Summary
Japan is seeing an increase in immigration, with foreign residents making up over 10 percent of the population in 27 areas. This change is happening as Japan relaxes visa rules to fill job shortages but faces public concerns and government crackdowns on illegal immigration.Key Facts
- By June, immigration in Japan reached 3.9 million people, about 3 percent of the nation’s total population.
- In 27 Japanese municipalities, foreign residents now make up more than 10 percent of the population.
- Shimukappu village in Hokkaido has the highest concentration of foreign nationals at 36.6 percent.
- Japan is experiencing labor shortages due to a falling birth rate and fewer Japanese workers in certain industries.
- Tokyo has loosened visa regulations for jobs in manufacturing, agriculture, and caregiving.
- Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to tighten controls on illegal immigration and foreign land purchases.
- Takaichi claims foreign crime rates are rising, but official data shows these crimes have decreased.
- Japan's National Institute of Social Security and Population Studies predicts foreigners will make up 10.8 percent of the population by 2070.
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