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One of the most surprising aspects of this reform is its retroactivity. Existing visa holders will be under a three-year transition period to meet new criteria. After this window, failure to comply will result in deportation, sparking widespread alarm in the Chinese community residing in Japan. Many community members have already begun returning to China, liquidating belongings, or moving to other countries like Spain, Thailand, or Germany. Some are even contemplating or executing outright returns to China, highlighting the gravity of the situation.