We first theoretically argue that labor force graying caused by younger workers shrinking and older workers growing lead to more acceptance of foreign workers. The empirical results from Japan's prefectural data support this theoretical prediction and suggest that on average a 10 percent fall...

Origins, historical development, and patterns of Japanese migration to Latin America -- The first save of Japanese migration to Latin America -- The second wave: Post-World War II period -- Latin American emigration as a national strategy -- Building the emigration machinery -- Post-World War II...