Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) is advancing stricter regulations concerning land ownership and visa requirements. These proposed changes aim to address national security concerns, particularly regarding foreign investment in strategically sensitive areas. The LDP is deliberately avoiding alterations to Japan’s citizenship laws, a move likely prompted by legal challenges and potential conflicts with existing domestic legislation and international treaties. Experts caution that nationality-based restrictions could create legal complications. The new rules focus instead on tightening controls related to residency and property rights for foreign nationals. This approach allows the government to enhance security measures without directly addressing the complex issue of Japanese nationality. The LDP hopes to finalize these revisions and implement them swiftly.