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The Political Implications of Japan’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

The Political Implications of Japan’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout

By Naoko Aoki
The success of Japan’s vaccination campaign could determine whether Prime Minister Suga stays in office beyond this fall.
What the Imperial House Tells Us About Japan’s Demographic Crisis

What the Imperial House Tells Us About Japan’s Demographic Crisis

By Will Fee
Aging, shrinking, its top position reserved exclusively for men – Japan's monarchy is a neat microcosm of society as a whole.

Japan’s Youth Lack Interest in Studying Abroad. That’s a Problem for Japanese Businesses.

Japan’s Youth Lack Interest in Studying Abroad. That’s a Problem for Japanese Businesses.

By Xiaochen Su
Japanese firms are hampered in their global ambitions by the Japanese youth’s lack of a global mentality.

Japan Welcomes Domestic Spectators for Tokyo Olympics Despite Warnings From Experts

Japan Welcomes Domestic Spectators for Tokyo Olympics Despite Warnings From Experts

By Thisanka Siripala
While restaurants and bars in Tokyo face COVID-19 restrictions, local fans will be allowed at Olympic venues, fanning fears of a coronavirus rebound.  

Can Japan Fix the Gender Gap in Its Politics?

Can Japan Fix the Gender Gap in Its Politics?

By Daisuke Akimoto
Japan remains hesitant to formally tackle its male-dominated political system. But one woman might beat the odds and force real change.
Japan Steps Up Its ‘Vaccine Diplomacy’ in Southeast Asia

Japan Steps Up Its ‘Vaccine Diplomacy’ in Southeast Asia

By Sebastian Strangio
A donation of 1 million jabs to Vietnam could be followed by shipments to Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Japanese Corporations Get VIP COVID-19 Vaccine Treatment Ahead of Immunity Passports

Japanese Corporations Get VIP COVID-19 Vaccine Treatment Ahead of Immunity Passports

By Thisanka Siripala
Despite a lagging vaccination rollout, Japan has set its sights on issuing vaccine passports and ensuring corporations get priority jabs.
Japan’s COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign Is Quietly Picking Up Steam

Japan’s COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign Is Quietly Picking Up Steam

By Thisanka Siripala
Vaccinations for the elderly are in full swing, but the current pace means Japan won’t see a return to normal life until the end of the year.

No Cheers: Tokyo Olympic Village Considering Ban on Alcohol

No Cheers: Tokyo Olympic Village Considering Ban on Alcohol

By Stephen Wade
These are going to be the "no cheers" Olympics, with testing and vaccinations taking priority over fun and games.

Could Russia and Japan Finally Find Peace in the Pacific?

Could Russia and Japan Finally Find Peace in the Pacific?

By Gabriel Gavin
The Kuril Islands dispute has kept Japan and Russia from ever formally ending the hostilities between them during World War II.

Keeping Strategic Anxieties at Bay: Growing Japan-Vietnam Bonhomie

Keeping Strategic Anxieties at Bay: Growing Japan-Vietnam Bonhomie

By Rahul Mishra
Japan has made crucial moves in recent years, particularly in its relations with Vietnam, but without much hype.
Will the Tokyo Olympics Go Ahead?

Will the Tokyo Olympics Go Ahead?

By Thisanka Siripala
Public opinion has hardened against the Tokyo Olympics as Japan struggles to curb the latest outbreak of COVID-19 in time for the tournament.

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