I've read that the Japanese and Philippine governments speak highly of each other?

Question:

In other words, their relationship is cordial. Also, Japan has invested heavily in the Philippines and the Philippine government sent people to Japan to help during the tsunami emergency. Filipinos also travel to Japan to work. My question is how does the average Japanese see Filipinos? I've read conflicting stories about the issue.

Answer:

Well, there are some interactions between the 2 nations. But it's not so much. There are some other countries with which Japan has closer relations, like USA.