A Japanese town wrestles with identity after protests over its first mosque
As Japan increasingly relies on foreign workers, it is also grappling with how to integrate new cultures and religions.
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"It makes me worry about how our community might change."
— Noriko Izumizawa , Other
"I'm not particularly opposed, but I wouldn't say I'm strongly in favour either."
— Hiroki Suzuka , Other
"Now, I feel that people are afraid of us."
— Mohamed Mohideen , Other
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As Japan increasingly relies on foreign workers, it is also grappling with how to integrate new cultures and religions.
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