What was the total number of recognized refugees in Japan for Reiwa 7 (2025) and how does it compare to the previous year?

The total number of recognized refugees in Japan for Reiwa 7 (2025) was 187, which represents a decrease of 3 individuals from the figures of the previous year.

What significant change was observed in the number of refugee applications deemed 'clearly not applicable' without a full review in 2025?

In 2025, there was a substantial increase in cases deemed 'clearly not applicable' without a full review, surging from 80 in the previous year to 1,615.

How many individuals faced deportation while their refugee applications were still awaiting a decision in Reiwa 7 (2025)?

In Reiwa 7 (2025), a total of 59 individuals were deported from Japan even though their refugee applications were still pending review by the authorities.

Which country accounted for the largest group of recognized refugees in Japan for the period of 2022-24, continuing into 2025?

More than half of the recognized refugees in Japan for the period of 2022-24, continuing into 2025, were individuals originating from Afghanistan, totaling 123 people.

What is the current situation regarding refugee recognition for applicants from Myanmar, especially concerning the number of recognized refugees?

Applicants from Myanmar constitute 13% of all refugee applicants in Japan, but the number of recognized refugees from Myanmar was 9, the lowest since the 2021 military coup.

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Comments on the 2025 (Reiwa 7) Refugee Recognition Figures

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Comments on the 2025 (Reiwa 7) Refugee Recognition Figures
The Japan Association for Refugees (JAR) criticizes issues with the government's refugee recognition system, particularly its handling of applicants from Myanmar, following the release of the latest refugee recognition figures.
Date: Sat Mar 28 2026 18:23:23 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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The Japan Association for Refugees (JAR) criticizes issues with the government's refugee recognition system, particularly its handling of applicants from Myanmar, following the release of the latest refugee recognition figures.

Citation: Comments on the 2025 (Reiwa 7) Refugee Recognition Figures (Sat Mar 28 2026 18:23:23 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
Source: PR TIMES
Date: Sat Mar 28 2026 18:23:23 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)

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Q: What was the total number of recognized refugees in Japan for Reiwa 7 (2025) and how does it compare to the previous year?: A: The total number of recognized refugees in Japan for Reiwa 7 (2025) was 187, which represents a decrease of 3 individuals from the figures of the previous year.
Q: What significant change was observed in the number of refugee applications deemed 'clearly not applicable' without a full review in 2025?: A: In 2025, there was a substantial increase in cases deemed 'clearly not applicable' without a full review, surging from 80 in the previous year to 1,615.
Q: How many individuals faced deportation while their refugee applications were still awaiting a decision in Reiwa 7 (2025)?: A: In Reiwa 7 (2025), a total of 59 individuals were deported from Japan even though their refugee applications were still pending review by the authorities.
Q: Which country accounted for the largest group of recognized refugees in Japan for the period of 2022-24, continuing into 2025?: A: More than half of the recognized refugees in Japan for the period of 2022-24, continuing into 2025, were individuals originating from Afghanistan, totaling 123 people.
Q: What is the current situation regarding refugee recognition for applicants from Myanmar, especially concerning the number of recognized refugees?: A: Applicants from Myanmar constitute 13% of all refugee applicants in Japan, but the number of recognized refugees from Myanmar was 9, the lowest since the 2021 military coup.