The number of foreign residents in Japan recently surpassed the 3 million-mark. What does that mean for the Japanese corporations hiring them? Might they get an influx of new ideas and skilled employees? Consultant Rochelle Kopp joins us to discuss the sought-after “agent of change” and Anika Osaki Exum updates us on government plans to boost the number of foreign exchange students. 

Hosted by Shaun McKenna and produced by Dave Cortez.

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Shaun McKenna: Articles | Twitter | Instagram

Anika Osaki Exum: Articles | Twitter 

Rochelle Kopp: Articles | Twitter

Read more: 

Help wanted: The (sleeper) agent of change (Rochelle Kopp, The Japan Times)

Japan makes renewed push to internationalize higher education (Anika Osaki Exum, The Japan Times)

Foreign residents in Japan hit record 3 million at end of 2022 (Jiji)

Ryuichi Sakamoto calls for stop to redevelopment plan for Tokyo’s Jingu area (Kyodo)

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