Ethnic Minorities In Japan
Japan is facing cultural conflicts between ethnic minorities (including immigrants) and the resident Yamato Japanese.
According to the Japanese Constitution, all citizens are equally important regardless of ethnic identity. At least one native people-group (the Ainu) has been formally recognized by the Japanese government. However the country has no effective restrictions on xenophobic actions, and foreign nationals are sometimes restricted from certain services and activities.
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