Wish that was the case. Last time I was in town, Ueno Koen looked like a bazaar. Mostly Pakies looking for work.
Japan has a MAJOR illegal problem. But face saving by the cops and immigration prevent it from getting much news time outside the country.
Of course, I haven't been there in a few years, so things may have changed.
"A small explosion was heard in the vicinity of the base," said Air Force Maj. David Smith.
I was in Japan a couple of years ago, and have a Japanese daughter-in-law who hasn't said anything that indicates this. I am very surprised by this info.