Japan is the only major developed nation where almost none of the men and women of influence — in the realm of ideas, business or government — are from foreign backgrounds. Tokyo, as opposed to other

Well duh? Did you just arrive here dude? Is doesn't take a "Director of ...." or a PhD to figure out that Tokyo is about as cosmopolitan as a hillbilly reunion.

First, the so-called anti-discrimination laws have to be honored and enforced by the keystones.

Second, the government has to actively acknowledge, encourage, and embrace the importance of foreign cultures in a tangible way.