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Musk voices support for anti-immigration rally in Japan

Release Date: 2025-09-02
Media: Japan Times
Summary: Elon Musk has expressed support for an anti-immigration protest in Japan by responding “Good” to a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) that showed a small demonstration in Osaka demanding the deportation of illegal immigrants. The protest featured Japanese flags and anti-immigration banners, including one reading "Don't make Japan Africa." The video was shared by a far-right British account promoting global "remigration" movements.

Despite Japan’s low immigration levels compared to other wealthy nations and immigration ranking low among voter concerns, the number of foreign residents is gradually rising due to labor shortages, an aging population, and a declining birth rate.

In this context, the far-right, anti-immigration Sanseito party has gained traction, increasing its representation in Japan’s Upper House from two to fifteen seats. The party promotes populist themes such as opposition to globalism and elitism, similar to other far-right movements globally. Elon Musk has previously supported far-right parties in Europe, including Germany's AfD.
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