All articles tagged with #foreign residents
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The Japan Times
Despite Japan's record high of 3.9 million foreign residents in 2025 and political focus on immigration, experts argue that a punitive 'stick over carrot' approach does not effectively promote their integration into society.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Japan Times
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government is working on revising policies regarding foreign nationals by January to enforce stricter measures against law violators, aiming to address public concerns while distancing from xenophobia.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Three foreign-born residents of Japan have filed a lawsuit against the national and local governments, alleging illegal questioning by police based on racial profiling. This is the first such lawsuit in Japan and comes amid a rise in foreign workers in the country. The plaintiffs demand recognition that it is illegal for police to stop and question people based on race, nationality, or ethnicity, and seek damages. They hope to raise awareness and make life easier for others with foreign roots in Japan.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Japan's population of Japanese citizens has experienced its fastest decline ever, while the number of foreign residents has reached a record high of nearly 3 million people, according to government data. This highlights the increasing role of foreign nationals in Japanese society as the country's population continues to shrink. The population of Japanese nationals fell for the 14th consecutive year, with a decrease of about 800,000 people. The overall population in Japan declined to 125.41 million people, a decrease of about 511,000. The government plans to allocate significant funds to address the declining birth rate and support parents.