Japan immigration98% of Japan business leaders support accepting more foreign workers: poll
CEOs of 141 top companies look to hire foreigners with eye on diversity, shortages
Japan's top companies are looking to hire foreigners in highly specialized fields, including engineering. (Photo by Rie Ishii)
YOHEI KAWAI
October 1, 2025 00:32 JST
TOKYO -- Nearly 98% of Japan's business leaders agree with the government's policy to expand acceptance of foreign workers, a Nikkei survey shows, with respondents highlighting how essential these employees are and the importance of helping them integrate into communities.