LDP policy chief visits Kawaguchi over reported problems with Kurdish residents

japantimes.co.jpPublished: 5/29/2025

Summary

Itsunori Onodera, the Liberal Democratic Party's policy chief, visited Kawaguchi City to address issues involving Kurdish residents and illegal waste dumping. During his inspection, he highlighted the need for local authorities to compile proposals on foreign-related matters for the LDP. City officials revealed similar problems with other foreign workers, underscoring the broader challenge of integrating non-Japanese into Japanese society. Onodera emphasized that order is essential for coexistence among diverse groups.