The number of homeless people in Japan has been increasing, with factors such as unemployment, poverty, mental illness and family breakdown contributing to the issue. The government has implemented policies such as providing temporary housing and financial assistance to help homeless people. NGOs are also working towards helping homeless individuals by providing essential services such as food, clothing and shelter. Homeless people in Japan face challenges such as lack of access to basic necessities and discrimination from society. While the government's efforts are commendable, more work needs to be done to eliminate homelessness in Japan permanently.