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Japan Raises Residency Fees 2,000 Percent Amid ‘Anxiety’ Over Foreigners



Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is making it harder for immigrants to stay in the country. Critics say she is hurting Japan’s ability to address labor shortages.



Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/01/world/asia/japan-raises-residency-fees-2000-percent-amid-anxiety-over-foreigners.html

Author : Javier C. Hernández and Hisako Ueno

Publish date : 2026-10-01 04:39:00

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