Comments by "Jordan, inside-outsider in Japan" (@Jordan-inJapan) on "Are Japanese Countrysides Welcoming To Foreigners?" video.

  1. Ah, Akita-prefecture is so beautiful. And it’s telling that people there are much ‘friendlier’ to non-Japanese residents than places overrun with tourists. One thing to keep in mind though, is that this kind of situation is pretty specific. I mean, (seemingly) short-term residents of the area who are here for a specific reason. If we were to ask medium and long-term foreign residents of rural areas we would get different kinds of answers. My own experience (20 years in Mie Prefecture) has been mostly great. But here, it all comes down to shared activities and ‘service’. If you regularly take part in community roles and events, for example, you will be accepted as a community member. If not…then not so much. Anyway, I think this language school featured in the video provides a great experience for students there. An excellent way to experience Japan!
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