On this episode of Japan Station, we talk about the importance of revitalizing rural Japan, the negative impact of the weak yen on Japan, and more with Dr. Robert D. Eldridge.
👉Topics Discussed
- What is chihō sōsei (地方創生)?
- About the importance of chihō sōsei
- Why it is important to preserve and revitalize rural areas of Japan
- About the weak yen (enyasu, 円安)
- How the weak Japanese yen negatively impacts Japan
- About inflation and stagflation in Japan
- About the relationship between low wages, the weak Japanese yen and brain drain in Japan
- Job prospects for young people in Japan
- About Niyodogawa
- About Shikoku and efforts being made to revitalize areas of Niyodogawa, Ehime
- About Muka Brewing Company
- And more!
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