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The Number Of Foreign Laborers In Japan Has Surpassed Two Million For The First Time

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Last year, the number of foreign laborers working in Japan surpassed two million for the first time. Japan is increasingly relying on foreign workers to address the growing labor shortage resulting from declining birth rates and an aging population. According to an announcement by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare on the 26th, […]

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The Japanese Passport Has Once Again Secured The "Most Powerful" Globally in 2024

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On January 10th, the British consultancy firm Henley & Partners unveiled the latest edition of the 2024 Passport Index, comparing passports from various countries worldwide. Japan claimed the top spot with visa-free access to 194 countries and territories. In the announcement last July, it had slipped to the third position but has now regained its status as the "most powerful."

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International Visitors In Japan Has Exceeded The Figures From 2019 For Three Consecutive Months

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The statistics released by the Japan Tourism Agency indicate that the total number of overnight travelers in November 2023 reached 53.56 million, reflecting a 16.9% increase compared to the same month last year and a 7.9% growth compared to November 2019. In comparison to November 2019, the number of overnight stays by Japanese nationals rose by 3.4% to 41.96 million, while foreign visitors' overnight stays increased by 28.0% to 11.60 million, marking the third consecutive month surpassing 2019 figures.

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The Number of Foreign Tourists Visiting Japan Reached 2.44 Million In November

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The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) announced on the 20th that the number of foreign tourists (arrivals) to Japan in November was 2.48 million, nearly on par with the same month in 2019. The tourist count has remained at pre-coronavirus outbreak levels for two consecutive months, signaling a sustained recovery.

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【2023】Japanese Car Color Trends Ranking! What Colors Are Favored by 20s Women?

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The color of a car's body is a significant factor in the vehicle selection process, serving as a means of expressing the owner's personality and style. Depending on the color chosen, it may impact the purchase price, reflecting the owner's personality in their approach to selecting the car color, whether based on personal preference or considerations of resale value. Japanese automotive media outlet Goonet conducted a survey on 2023 used car sales data, exploring car colors favored by different genders, age groups, and income levels. Let's delve into the preferred car colors among Japanese consumers.

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Japan Introduces Taxi Driver Examination in 20 Languages to Retain Foreign Talent

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The second-class driver's license examination for taxi and bus drivers in Japan will be conducted in foreign languages. Currently, the second-class driver's license exam in Japan is available only in Japanese, posing a significant barrier for foreign individuals. The National Police Agency of Japan is contemplating translating sample questions into 20 languages, facilitating multilingual testing conducted by regional police departments. The aim is to ensure a diverse pool of foreign talent in the passenger transport sector.

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Among Top 10 Countries Witnessing Most Affluent Expatriation, Japan is 10th Position, South Korea is 7th Position

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Wealthy people choose to move abroad for a myriad of reasons, including family issues, personal preferences, government regulations, safety, business opportunities, and more. This week, the Us-Based economic news website 24/7 Wall ST. ranked the top 10 countries where billionaires are leaving, based on its own research and analysis.

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