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A Japanese ski resort town is roiled by a debate over immigration

Release Date
2025-10-04
Media
Japan Times
Summary
In the ski resort region around Niseko in Hokkaidō, the town of Kutchan has become a focal point of conflict over the influx of foreign seasonal workers. Developers plan to build housing for up to 1,200 workers — most of whom would be non-Japanese — to support operations in resorts and construction in the area. However, many local residents oppose the plan, voicing concerns about public safety, social order, and cultural disruption.

This tension underscores a broader dilemma for Japan: its tourism industry is booming (second only to automobiles in export value), yet the country faces a shrinking and aging population, making it increasingly dependent on foreign labor to sustain rural and regional areas. Kutchan’s situation exemplifies how local resistance and fears can clash with national economic needs and demographic realities.
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