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Kan Weakens Ozawa Grip
Naoto Kan’s cabinet reshuffle was limited, but suggest he’s weakening Ichiro Ozawa’s hold.
Naoto Kan to be PM
Finance Minister Naoto Kan is now set to become Japan’s new prime minister.
Shattered Hopes
The decision on Futenma showed national security trumps the views of many Japanese.
Kan for Japan?
Of all the likely replacements for Hatoyama, it looks like one Naoto Kan stands in the lead.
Hatoyama: Dream Killer
Whether it’s a case of ‘nice guys finish last’ or not, Hatoyama’s quashed the hopes of many.
More Hatoyama Hindsight
What does Hatoyama’s resignation mean for DPJ prospects in July’s upper house poll?
Who Hatoyama Could've Been
Yukio Hatoyama could have transformed Japan, says Japan Watcher Steve Clemons.
Hatoyama Resigns
Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama announces his resignation. Last year’s optimism has evaporated.
Good News or Bad? Both
The SDP’s leaving the government is bad news for the DPJ, but perhaps good for Japan.
Permission Granted
Finally, Japanese politicians are allowed to use the Internet for their campaigns. But is it enough?
Still Hopeful
Japanese haven’t given up hope a compromise over the Futenma issue can be found.
Fukushima—Fire Starter
A cabinet member defies the govt line and visits Okinawa, opening a barely closed wound.