Tightening the Golden Vise: Japan's Shift on Permanent Residency The Japanese government has announced plans to raise income and pension benefit requirements for foreigners seeking permanent residency, sparking a mix of reactions from alarm among expats to applause from nationalists.
This move is part of a broader trend in Japan that reflects both deep seated anxieties about immigration and an increasingly conservative stance on globalization.
For years, Japan has been grappling with its place in a rapidly changing world.