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14/08/2026

On August 7, 2026, a Japanese government working group chaired by University of Tokyo Professor Hiroshi Ohashi met in Tokyo to begin formal discussions on whether to implement caps on the nation's growing foreign population.

The initiative comes as recent data indicates Japan's foreign resident count has climbed to approximately 3.9 million—accounting for 3.2% of the total population—while the overall national population continues to decline.

Now one of Japan's biggest immigration questions is officially on the table.

Officials are examining whether numerical targets could be introduced, including a maximum percentage of foreign residents or limits across individual visa categories.

But the idea is already creating tension.

Some political groups support stronger numerical controls over immigration.

Others, including voices in the ruling LDP and business community, are cautious because Japan continues to face serious labor shortages.

The panel will examine effects on social security, government finances, public safety and society before the government establishes its basic policy.

Should Japan set a numerical cap on foreign residents — or let labor demand determine the number?

14/08/2026

Do you love Japan ❤️🇯🇵??

14/08/2026

🇰🇷🇰🇵 The Two Koreas… One People, Two Different Countries! 🌏

Have you ever wondered how the Korean Peninsula became divided into South Korea and North Korea? 🤔

🇰🇷 South Korea
🏙️ Capital: Seoul
📐 Area: Approximately 100,000 km²
👥 Population: Over 50 million
💰 Currency: South Korean Won
🌊 Borders the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan/East Sea.

🇰🇵 North Korea
🏙️ Capital: Pyongyang
📐 Area: Approximately 120,000 km²
👥 Population: Approximately 26 million
💰 Currency: North Korean Won
🌊 Borders the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan/East Sea.

🔥 Interesting Facts:

1️⃣ 🇰🇷🇰🇵 Both countries speak Korean and share common historical and cultural roots.

2️⃣ 🗺️ They are separated by the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), one of the most heavily fortified military zones in the world.

3️⃣ 🏙️ Seoul is one of the largest cities and economic and technological centers in Asia.

4️⃣ 🚀 North Korea is known for its nuclear and missile programs, while South Korea has become a global powerhouse in technology, automobiles, and electronics.

5️⃣ ⏳ The Korean War began in 1950 and ended with an armistice in 1953, not a comprehensive peace treaty.

❓ Challenge Question: If you had the chance to visit the Korean Peninsula, which country would you choose? 🇰🇷 South Korea or 🇰🇵 North Korea?

And why? 👇

#كوريا #جغرافيا #حقائق

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Japan things just make sense

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Only find in japan

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Always suprise foreigners 🇯🇵

07/08/2026

China and Japan are holding high-level diplomatic talks aimed at managing regional security, trade, and bilateral ties. As economic interdependence remains vital for both nations, diplomats from Beijing and Tokyo are working to maintain open communication channels and promote regional stability.

07/08/2026

Japan’s cabinet has approved a temporary two-year plan to lower the consumption tax on food and beverages from 8% to 1% starting next April. To help households deal with inflation, the government will also provide cash handouts to low- and middle-income families, making the tax burden effectively zero.

The tax rate was set to 1% instead of 0% because updating retail cash register systems across the country for a zero rate would take too long.

The two-year tax cut is estimated to cost around 10 trillion yen ($63 billion) in lost revenue, raising concerns about Japan's fiscal debt and the weak yen. However, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated the government will offset the cost through a full budget review and subsidy cuts without issuing new deficit-covering bonds.

This temporary measure will serve as a bridge until a new income-linked relief program is introduced in April 2029, after which the tax rate will return to its original level.