[GoNative]

Attempt all you like to make out that Japan's policies on immigration are not that disimilar to the UK or Australia but you are wrong. There is a world of difference. I actually don't understand what point you are trying to make. I believe this country could benefit greatly from having a structured immigration intake similar to what the UK and Australia has. I also think it would be good if it took on some of the humanitarian responsibility that most developed nations have in taking in a few refugees. I believe the reluctance of the government here to implement such policies is hampered by the exnophobia found in the general populace (it's not good for votes). Xenphobia that I believe was fostered by the previous right wing government that ruled this country for what seemed like an eternity. There was a lot of hope that some changes might occur when a new government was finally elected but not much seems to have occurred thus far...