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Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Japan accepting of differences?

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When we asked people about diversity in Japan and whether locals are accepting of differences, they said...

"Yes, there is a lot of diversity in Japan. People in Japan are generally accepting of differences, and there is a strong emphasis on respect for others regardless of their background. Japan is home to a variety of ethnic and religious groups, and there is a long history of cultural exchange and integration. Japan is also home to a large number of foreign residents, and the country has a reputation for being welcoming and tolerant of different cultures," said a member in Japan.

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"Most people are very conservative. There is a sense of purity in relation to race that makes some multi-race relationships unaceptable by family members," remarked another expat who made the move to Okinawa, Japan.

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