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Tokyo Notes
A GDP Boost for the DPJ?
The latest GDP figures could be a much-needed boost for Hatoyama’s DPJ. If they’re reliable.
Matter of Inheritance
So-called hereditary politicians in Japan are remarkable in their numbers.
Another Change of Direction
A change in highway tolls is delayed. Does this show Japan’s govt flip-flopping on policies again?
The Rubik's Cube Shirt
Hatoyama is under fire in the media again. This time for his dubious dress sense.
Back to Glitz Over Policy
Is the ruling party resorting to tactics of Japan’s superficial political past?
Deadline? What Deadline?
When’s a deadline not a deadline? When it’s been made by PM Yukio Hatoyama…
Holidays to Reflect Upon
The ruling DPJ has had a lot think about during the long national holiday.
Too Little, Too Late
Hatoyama’s first visit to Okinawa as prime minister seems like a case of too little, too late.
PM Support at New Low
Opposition weakness is the only bright spot right now for an embattled Yukio Hatoyama.
Heat Back on Ozawa
A panel finds the DPJ kingpin should have been prosecuted over a money scandal.
Base Rally Piles on Pressure
A big rally in Okinawa adds further pressure to Yukio Hatoyama over a US base there
Man Who Cried Wolf?
Yoichi Masuzoe’s newly-launched party gets off to an unpromising start.