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Record 2 million foreign workers are changing the face of Japan

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2024-02-07
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Japan Times
Summary
Japan's demographic challenges are driving a rapid increase in foreign workers. In 2023, the number of foreign workers in Japan reached a record 2.04 million, a 12.4% increase from the previous year. This trend is expected to continue as Japan seeks more workers in sectors like manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and elder care. Junji Ikeda, president of the agency Saikaikyo, stated that Japan is entering an era of mass foreign immigration and that gradual adjustments are no longer enough to address the issue.
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