Democratic Party of Japan

Monday’s dismal figures put Japan on track for elections and a further tax delay.

Polls indicate dissatisfaction with Abe’s main policies, but lack of opposition probably means no change.

As opposition parties continue to split, the LDP seems unlikely to face a unified threat.

The government is considering a 3% hike in the consumption tax to pay for reconstruction. But will it backfire?

Japan’s embattled prime minister should remind voters why they booted out the last lot.

Naoto Kan should ignore a new opinion poll that shows support for his Cabinet at under 20 percent.

Japan’s problems didn’t begin with the DPJ. If elections are to mean anything, a party needs a fair crack at the whip.

Commentators are always quick to warn of Japan’s impending demise. But are things really as bad they’re made out?

The Japanese PM has set out three principles to guide his government in the New Year. But will he choke?

Japan’s main opposition party could ultimately harm its own interests through its relentless criticism of the government.

Japan’s foreign minister shrugs off talk of a territory dispute with China over the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands.

The Japanese PM has drawn his allies close and moved rival Ichiro Ozawa to the backbench.