Some Q&A with a reporter about Japan’s xenophobia, before the July elections. Do my claims still hold water?

More than a month ago a reporter asked me some questions about the state of Japan in the run-up to the July 20 Elections. With permission, I gave some pretty thorough answers. They didn't end up getting used, so I'll publish them here. Since my next SNA column will probably develop the thoughts of my answer to Question 4 below, I'm open to your feedback. Thanks. 4) Do you think that…