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Tokyo Protests Erupt Against Rising Far-Right Racism

7/25/2025

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On July 13, 2025, Tokyo erupted in protests against racism and the far-right Sanseito party, which gained 14 seats amid the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's loss of its upper house majority. As Sanseito pushes harsh immigration policies, Japan grapples with economic decline and an aging population, igniting fears of rising intolerance.

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On July 13, 2025, Tokyo erupted in protests against racism and the far-right Sanseito party, which gained 14 seats amid the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's loss of its upper house majority. As Sanseito pushes harsh immigration policies, Japan grapples with economic decline and an aging population, igniting fears of rising intolerance.