OSAKA -- COVID-19 is throwing growing numbers of foreign workers in Japan out of work, and leaving many in financially precarious situations with no solution in sight.
Many overseas workers left to struggle without safety nets

COVID-19 has compelled the Japanese authorities to provide financial assistance to foreign workers who normally would not qualify for help. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
OSAKA -- COVID-19 is throwing growing numbers of foreign workers in Japan out of work, and leaving many in financially precarious situations with no solution in sight.