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昼は大手企業の正社員、夜は街でインタビューを行う。
🎤 Tokyo street interviewer | 🎥 IRL streamer in Japan
🇺🇸🇯🇵
Follow on my main platforms -> openinapp.link/tokyoharri
10/🤝 Japan has been quietly strengthening ties with regional democracies like Australia and India to counterbalance China's rise. These partnerships are part of a broader strategy to ensure regional stability and uphold the rules-based order in Asia.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
10/🤝 Japan has been quietly strengthening ties with regional democracies like Australia and India to counterbalance China's rise. These partnerships are part of a broader strategy to ensure regional stability and uphold the rules-based order in Asia.
9/📈 Japanese public opinion on Taiwan is increasingly supportive, with surveys indicating majority favor a proactive stance in conflict scenarios. This reflects growing recognition of Taiwan's strategic importance to Japan's security.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
9/📈 Japanese public opinion on Taiwan is increasingly supportive, with surveys indicating majority favor a proactive stance in conflict scenarios. This reflects growing recognition of Taiwan's strategic importance to Japan's security.
8/📊 China is Japan's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade exceeding $300 billion annually. This economic interdependence complicates Japan's security decisions, as military escalation could have massive economic repercussions.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
8/📊 China is Japan's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade exceeding $300 billion annually. This economic interdependence complicates Japan's security decisions, as military escalation could have massive economic repercussions.
7/♟️ The US-China-Japan triangle is a diplomatic chess game. Trump's response to Takaichi underscores the delicate balancing act required. Japan's moves are closely watched as they can shift regional power dynamics.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
7/♟️ The US-China-Japan triangle is a diplomatic chess game. Trump's response to Takaichi underscores the delicate balancing act required. Japan's moves are closely watched as they can shift regional power dynamics.
6/🛡️ Japan's role in Taiwan security is often understated. As a key US ally, Japan's strategic location makes it vital in any potential Taiwan Strait conflict. Self-Defense Forces regularly conduct joint exercises with US forces.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
6/🛡️ Japan's role in Taiwan security is often understated. As a key US ally, Japan's strategic location makes it vital in any potential Taiwan Strait conflict. Self-Defense Forces regularly conduct joint exercises with US forces.
5/👥 Generational attitudes in Japan are shifting. Younger citizens are more open to remilitarization, reflecting broader societal changes where traditional pacifism is being reexamined due to China's regional assertiveness.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
5/👥 Generational attitudes in Japan are shifting. Younger citizens are more open to remilitarization, reflecting broader societal changes where traditional pacifism is being reexamined due to China's regional assertiveness.
4/💰 Japan's defense spending surged to a record $51 billion in 2022. This aligns with strengthening capabilities amid regional threats, including a possible Taiwan crisis, showcasing Japan's shift towards proactive defense.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
4/💰 Japan's defense spending surged to a record $51 billion in 2022. This aligns with strengthening capabilities amid regional threats, including a possible Taiwan crisis, showcasing Japan's shift towards proactive defense.
3/🏠 For Japanese citizens, these tensions are more than headlines. Japan's proximity to Taiwan means any conflict could directly affect their security. Public opinion shows increasing support for stronger defense measures.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
3/🏠 For Japanese citizens, these tensions are more than headlines. Japan's proximity to Taiwan means any conflict could directly affect their security. Public opinion shows increasing support for stronger defense measures.
2/📚 This diplomatic moment echoes the 1972 Nixon visit to China, which recalibrated US-China-Japan dynamics. Just as then, Japan must reassess its position in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
2/📚 This diplomatic moment echoes the 1972 Nixon visit to China, which recalibrated US-China-Japan dynamics. Just as then, Japan must reassess its position in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
1/🎯 Japan's diplomacy involves navigating complex relationships with the US and China. Takaichi's Taiwan comment highlights Japan's strategic tightrope walk - prioritizing economic ties with China while relying on US security assurances.
November 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
1/🎯 Japan's diplomacy involves navigating complex relationships with the US and China. Takaichi's Taiwan comment highlights Japan's strategic tightrope walk - prioritizing economic ties with China while relying on US security assurances.
This debate isn't just about bureaucracy - it's about identity, openness, and the future.
How Japan navigates this crossroads will reveal much about its priorities and readiness to embrace change while preserving cherished traditions.
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How Japan navigates this crossroads will reveal much about its priorities and readiness to embrace change while preserving cherished traditions.
Read more: tokyointerviews.com/japan-eyes-...
Japan eyes tougher screening for foreigners to get nationality - Experience Tokyo
Japan's contemplation of stricter nationality screening is a fascinating lens through which to view the nation's ongoing struggle with its identity and
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November 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
This debate isn't just about bureaucracy - it's about identity, openness, and the future.
How Japan navigates this crossroads will reveal much about its priorities and readiness to embrace change while preserving cherished traditions.
Read more: tokyointerviews.com/japan-eyes-...
How Japan navigates this crossroads will reveal much about its priorities and readiness to embrace change while preserving cherished traditions.
Read more: tokyointerviews.com/japan-eyes-...
The proposal to scrutinize tax compliance shows expectations for newcomers to contribute fully - both pragmatically and symbolically.
Unlike multicultural models in Canada or Australia, Japan's unique cultural narrative isn't easily altered.
Unlike multicultural models in Canada or Australia, Japan's unique cultural narrative isn't easily altered.
November 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
The proposal to scrutinize tax compliance shows expectations for newcomers to contribute fully - both pragmatically and symbolically.
Unlike multicultural models in Canada or Australia, Japan's unique cultural narrative isn't easily altered.
Unlike multicultural models in Canada or Australia, Japan's unique cultural narrative isn't easily altered.
This echoes historical patterns from the Meiji Restoration, when Japan selectively adopted Western ideas while preserving its identity.
The rise of a "Japanese First" populist movement adds complexity, tapping into global trends of identity politics and economic anxiety.
The rise of a "Japanese First" populist movement adds complexity, tapping into global trends of identity politics and economic anxiety.
November 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
This echoes historical patterns from the Meiji Restoration, when Japan selectively adopted Western ideas while preserving its identity.
The rise of a "Japanese First" populist movement adds complexity, tapping into global trends of identity politics and economic anxiety.
The rise of a "Japanese First" populist movement adds complexity, tapping into global trends of identity politics and economic anxiety.
In 2024, only 8,863 out of 12,248 applicants were granted Japanese nationality - reflecting Japan's cautious approach compared to other nations.
November 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
In 2024, only 8,863 out of 12,248 applicants were granted Japanese nationality - reflecting Japan's cautious approach compared to other nations.
The paradox is striking: Japan desperately needs younger workers due to its aging population, yet cultural narratives lean toward exclusivity. What does it truly mean to "become Japanese"? Is it legal status, cultural assimilation, or both?
November 27, 2025 at 7:58 AM
The paradox is striking: Japan desperately needs younger workers due to its aging population, yet cultural narratives lean toward exclusivity. What does it truly mean to "become Japanese"? Is it legal status, cultural assimilation, or both?
🎯 Bottom line: This package represents modern Japan at a crossroads - balancing economic stimulus with strategic defense needs, all while navigating complex domestic politics. It's economic policy as national security strategy.
Thoughts on Japan's approach? 💭
Thoughts on Japan's approach? 💭
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🎯 Bottom line: This package represents modern Japan at a crossroads - balancing economic stimulus with strategic defense needs, all while navigating complex domestic politics. It's economic policy as national security strategy.
Thoughts on Japan's approach? 💭
Thoughts on Japan's approach? 💭
🔮 What to watch:
• How bond markets react to increased spending
• Whether opposition parties support the supplementary budget
• Impact on yen volatility (already concerning finance minister)
• Regional security responses
• How bond markets react to increased spending
• Whether opposition parties support the supplementary budget
• Impact on yen volatility (already concerning finance minister)
• Regional security responses
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🔮 What to watch:
• How bond markets react to increased spending
• Whether opposition parties support the supplementary budget
• Impact on yen volatility (already concerning finance minister)
• Regional security responses
• How bond markets react to increased spending
• Whether opposition parties support the supplementary budget
• Impact on yen volatility (already concerning finance minister)
• Regional security responses
💡 Historical parallel: This echoes Japan's 1990s stimulus packages during the "Lost Decade," but with a crucial difference - this time includes major defense spending, showing Japan's evolved geopolitical priorities.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
💡 Historical parallel: This echoes Japan's 1990s stimulus packages during the "Lost Decade," but with a crucial difference - this time includes major defense spending, showing Japan's evolved geopolitical priorities.
🌏 Regional implications: This isn't just domestic policy. Japan's defense buildup and economic resilience directly impact US-Japan alliance strength, China's regional calculations, and ASEAN security dynamics.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🌏 Regional implications: This isn't just domestic policy. Japan's defense buildup and economic resilience directly impact US-Japan alliance strength, China's regional calculations, and ASEAN security dynamics.
📊 The numbers tell a story:
• 43 consecutive months above 2% inflation target
• Largest stimulus since pandemic
• ¥42.1 trillion in bonds issued last year
• 10-year JGB yields hit highest since 2008
Japan is walking a fiscal tightrope.
• 43 consecutive months above 2% inflation target
• Largest stimulus since pandemic
• ¥42.1 trillion in bonds issued last year
• 10-year JGB yields hit highest since 2008
Japan is walking a fiscal tightrope.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
📊 The numbers tell a story:
• 43 consecutive months above 2% inflation target
• Largest stimulus since pandemic
• ¥42.1 trillion in bonds issued last year
• 10-year JGB yields hit highest since 2008
Japan is walking a fiscal tightrope.
• 43 consecutive months above 2% inflation target
• Largest stimulus since pandemic
• ¥42.1 trillion in bonds issued last year
• 10-year JGB yields hit highest since 2008
Japan is walking a fiscal tightrope.
🤝 Political context matters: PM Sanae Takaichi leads a minority government (231/465 seats) with the Japan Innovation Party. This massive package is both economic policy AND political strategy to build broader coalition support.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🤝 Political context matters: PM Sanae Takaichi leads a minority government (231/465 seats) with the Japan Innovation Party. This massive package is both economic policy AND political strategy to build broader coalition support.
🏭 A fascinating detail: Japan is establishing a 10-year shipbuilding fund. This isn't just about defense - it's about revitalizing Japan's industrial base and technological prowess. Shipbuilding was once a cornerstone of Japan's post-war economic miracle.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🏭 A fascinating detail: Japan is establishing a 10-year shipbuilding fund. This isn't just about defense - it's about revitalizing Japan's industrial base and technological prowess. Shipbuilding was once a cornerstone of Japan's post-war economic miracle.
🛡️ The defense spending increase is HUGE. Japan is moving from its post-WWII pacifist stance to 2% GDP defense spending by 2027. This signals a major strategic shift amid rising regional tensions with China and North Korea.
November 26, 2025 at 8:58 PM
🛡️ The defense spending increase is HUGE. Japan is moving from its post-WWII pacifist stance to 2% GDP defense spending by 2027. This signals a major strategic shift amid rising regional tensions with China and North Korea.