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Japan’s ‘foreigner problem’: Kimi Onoda and the politics of coexistence

When Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female prime minister, one cabinet pick stood out. Kimi Onoda was appointed minister for economic security and the “Cool Japan” strategy — but also given a new title: Minister for Promoting an Orderly Coexistent Society with Foreigners. It’s a phrase that says a lot about how Japan sees outsiders. In this week’s Japan Today Spotlight, we look at how anti-foreigner sentiment is gaining political traction, why “coexistence” has become such a loaded word and what that means for Japan’s future. --------------------------------------------------- ⏱️ Topics covered: Intro: Japan's first female prime minister Blame the foreigners The coexistence policy Kimi Onoda’s appointment Anti-foreigner rhetoric in Japan Japanese labor needs foreigners Fear of foreigners and the facts Cultural misunderstandings Sanseito's argument Outro: The choice ahead --------------------------------------------------- 🗨️ Do you think Japan’s “foreigner problem” is really about policy or fear? Tell us in the comments.👇 Watch the full story on our YouTube channel via the linked video. ▶️ #japantoday #japantodaynews #japantodayspotlight