Why are Chinese people running to Japan?

This podcast episode explores the trend of Chinese emigration to Japan and the reasons behind it. It discusses the significant rise in middle-class Chinese people moving to Japan, the changing perception of security in China, and the disillusionment felt by individuals in the tech industry. The episode also highlights the concerns about China's education system and the impact of the pandemic on individuals' worldview. It shares the personal experiences of a Chinese individual, Charlie, during the pandemic and his decision to leave China for Japan due to a lack of security. Charlie's story challenges the claims made by Xi Jinping and Communist Party leaders and serves as a counter-argument to stereotypes about the relationship between welfare safety nets and emigration.