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A New Japan
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Japan’s Depressing Revolving Door
A majority of Japanese want Naoto Kan to be replaced, a new poll shows. Will he be next through the revolving door?
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A Taxing Time for Japan
The government is considering a 3% hike in the consumption tax to pay for reconstruction. But will it backfire?
6 to 9 Months For Fukushima
TEPCO, operator of the stricken Fukushima nuclear power plant has finally produced a crisis recovery timeline. Some experts are already skeptical.
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Post-Earthquake Japan-Korea Ties
Japan’s stance on the Dokdo / Takeshima issue has quickly shifted South Korean attitudes post-earthquake and tsunami, from sympathetic to ambivalent.
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Japan's Economy Takes a Hit
The economic impact of the recent disaster may be more severe than first thought. How bad will it be?
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How Bad Is Fukushima Crisis?
Japan’s govt has raised the level of the nuclear crisis at its Fukushima nuclear plant to a level 7. Is it really that bad?
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Tough Times for Tokyo Hotels
The earthquake and ongoing nuclear scare have created a dire situation for Japan’s hospitality sector.
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Looking Back, Looking Forward
Some commentators in Japan want a return to traditional values. But the current challenges require innovative thinking.
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Strong Earthquake Rocks Japan
A powerful 7.4 magnitude aftershock in Miyagi Prefecture is a reminder of the challenges Japan faces in reconstruction.
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Tohoku Babies Need Milk
Readers talk about milk shortages following the earthquake. And a grand institution makes a classy exit.
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Japan’s Economy Needs Freedom
The Japanese economy can come back stronger after the current crisis. But only if it has more freedom.
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TEPCO Fumbles…
The media spotlight hasn’t been kind to TEPCO, operator of the Fukushima I Nuclear Power Plant.