Japan to expand language education for foreign residents
The education ministry plans to help local governments strengthen their teaching programs through subsidies and expert guidance.
Japan's education ministry is set to expand language programs for foreign residents as the number of people living in the country has reached a record high, according to Justice Minister Takashi Yamashita. The ministry aims to assist local governments in expanding their teaching programs through financial support and expert advice.
In August, the ministry introduced a policy package focused on Japanese-language education to foster better integration between Japanese and foreign residents. The ministry is requesting ¥11.3 billion for these initiatives in its fiscal 2027 budget, which is roughly four times the amount allocated in the previous year.
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