In this podcast episode, we discuss the persistent lack of integrity in Japanese TV media and the public's growing demand for fundamental change.

We highlight three recent incidents that illustrate the media's failure to fulfill its societal role: the cover-up of Johnny & Associates founder's lifelong sex scandal, the unethical production of a TV drama leading to an artist's suicide, and the paparazzi-like reporting of Shohei Ohtani and Major League Baseball.

The increasing public outcry for change, coupled with declining TV viewership, underscores the need for better media practices in Japan.

In this episode of Japan Edge, we explore the rising number of foreign tourist as well as residents, focusing on how the country is opening its borders like never before.

Join us as we delve into the opportunities and challenges of a more diverse Japan, the typical avenues for non-Japanese seeking positions here, and my personal thoughts on the potential social shift as a result.

Here are some links of the institutions mentioned in the episode:
https://careerforum.net/en/

Specified Skilled Worker Visa:
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
https://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/ca/fna/ssw/us/overview/

In this episode of Japan Edge, we dive into the aftermath of the Tokyo Gubernatorial Election.

While the re-election of Yuriko Koike may not have been a surprise, the unexpected rise of independent candidate Shinji Ishimaru has sparked discussions about the future of Japanese politics.

We’ll explore the impact of social media on voter mobilization, which supported Ishimaru's rise, and the enduring influence of special interest groups under the long-standing rule of the LDP, which allowed Koike and the LDP to maintain the status quo.

Join us as we unpack the key takeaways from this election, balancing hope for political engagement with the challenges posed by entrenched power structures.