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A New Japan
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Bullying in Japan
The Japanese public’s response to evacuees from the tsunami and nuclear crisis has been positive. Mostly.
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A Fukushima Update
The Fukushima nuclear crisis may have receded from the headlines, but there’s no room for complacency.
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Why English Is Tough in Japan
The government wants students to improve their English skills. Cultural differences provide the biggest hurdle.
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Unconventional Rakuten
From leading a green drive to a focus on learning English, Rakuten isn’t your usual Japanese company.
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Turning Japanese
A renowned Japan scholar shows his dedication to the country by announcing plans to become a citizen.
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Does Japan Need Nuclear Power?
The Fukushima crisis was a reminder of the role nuclear power plays in Japan. But are there viable alternatives?
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Cool vs Isolated Japan?
Japan must bring two seemingly contradictory identities together to avoid further damage from ‘Galápagosization.’
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Todai Cliques and TEPCO
Elite alumni networks in Japan have significant clout. What could it mean for the current crisis?
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Sumo Faces Own Crisis
The latest sumo scandal and TEPCO’s ongoing nuclear crisis have some interesting parallels.
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Climate Policy After the Crisis
The earthquake that hit Japan was a tragedy. But it could still prod the country toward a solid climate change policy.
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Naoto Kan on the Ropes
It’s politics as usual in Japan, as the LDP pushes for the ouster of Naoto Kan. It’s hardly in Japan’s interests.
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Japan's Creaking Legal System
The sentencing of a former Osaka public prosecutor is a reminder of the problems facing Japan’s legal system.