Why Japan’s Gen Z Is Turning Against Foreigners
I’ve always admired Japan’s culture, but a new trend among Gen Z caught my eye—growing skepticism toward foreigners. In this video, I explore the cultural, economic, and social shifts behind this change, and what it says about Japan’s future in a globalized world.
00:00 Intro
00:45 The Social Media Echo Chamber
03:45 University Tensions and Economic Pressure
06:53 The Overtourism Effect
10:11 Cultural Distance and the Language Wall
13:16 Economic Anxiety and Political Manipulation
16:01 Ending
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