Society
Opposition to Accepting Foreigners Jumps in Japan, Fueling Backlash Against Softer Residency Rules
A University of Tokyo survey reportedly found that opposition to accepting more foreign residents reached 56.3%, up 20.7 points from 2024 and rising most among younger people. Online reaction turned that figure against newspaper editorials criticizing stricter permanent-residency rules — though the survey measures opinion, not proof that crime or welfare costs have risen.