As the US enforces stricter policies towards undocumented immigrants, Japan is becoming apprehensive about potential labor shortages. With these new immigration measures, industries thriving on labor provided by immigrants are at an increased risk. Critical sectors such as agriculture and construction, which rely heavily on seasonal and migrant workers, may face severe manpower deficits, affecting even the most robust economies globally.

In Japan, the issue of immigration is treated with pragmatic concern primarily due to the country's aging population and declining workforce. The Japanese society values hard work and economic growth highly. Therefore, any threat to this, such as a labor shortage, is treated seriously. Labor migration is increasingly viewed as a solution to these demographic challenges.

Compared to the US, Japan has historically had more restrictive immigration policies. The US, on the other hand, has a long history of migrant workforce and is heavily integrated into their economic fabric. However, recent developments in US immigration policies could potentially disrupt this balance.