Japan immigration
Muslims struggle to bury their dead in Japan, a nation of cremation
Interment is rare and often meets opposition from local residents
Interment is rare and often meets opposition from local residents
Loosened rules apply to people returning from all countries, including US and Europe
Jean-Marc Gilson says he's no stranger to Japan and can succeed
No-quarantine rule seen targeting Thais, Taiwanese, Australians and New Zealanders
Move is part of Tokyo's push to become a global financial hub
Japanese city sees opportunity in uncertainty surrounding Hong Kong
Tokyo will open borders to non-tourists next week
Foreigners with permission to stay more than three months to be allowed in
In hunt for foreign talent, Tokyo provides grace period to get startups going
Cool weather, less crowding and lower cost of living draw foreign job seekers
International businesses call for further easing of conditions for returnees
Move comes after criticism that curbs on long-term residents hurt business
Staffing agency provides pandemic-hit workers place to check job postings and eat bento
Businesses and educators fear long COVID lockout will lead to talent losses
Many have job offers pulled as struggling companies cut hiring
Measure to accommodate only those who left the nation before April 3
Tokyo plays catch-up to Singapore and others as a favored destination for bankers
International business groups say rules are discriminatory and harm business
But to be international business center, Tokyo needs access to China market
Tokyo eyes edge in recruiting over Singapore and Middle East
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