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Frequency of contact with foreigners in a homogenous society: perceived consequences of foreigner increases in Japan

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Yamamura, Eiji

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Using individual data of Japan, this paper investigates how frequency of contact with foreigners is associated with the perceived outcomes of foreigner increases. Results showed that frequency of contact has a critical effect on perceptions and that its influence varies according to household income level.

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Paper provided by University Library of Munich, Germany in its series MPRA Paper with number 14646.

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Keywords: Immigration; perceived consequence; homogenous society;

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  1. Yamamura, Eiji, 2009. "The Effect of Learning Varies According to Locality: Micro Data Analysis of the Lawyer Market in Japan," MPRA Paper 16338, University Library of Munich, Germany. [Downloadable!]
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