The island of Iwo Jima plays an important role in U.S.-Japan reconciliation.

Insights from Gregory Kulacki

Japan will need to be careful not to let Obama's visit overshadow the G7 Summit.

Both domestic and international audiences will be watching the visit for an apology.

Kerry's trip, made with the other G7 foreign minsters, could pave the way for a visit by Obama in May.

Even while Japan pushes for a world free of nuclear weapons, it recognizes the importance of a nuclear deterrence.

At a time of rising tensions in the Asia-Pacific, it is wise to recall the lessons of the past.

Japan’s memorials and museums shape national narratives on how to remember the war, honor the dead, and ensure peace.

It is important to distinguish between the man making the statement and the country he leads.

The horrors of the strategic bombing of Japan in WWII followed the advice of this Italian author.

The 70th anniversary of the bombings at Hiroshima and Nagasaki is a focal point for opponents of defense reform.

Japan’s nuclear history reflects humanity’s capacity for destruction – and peace.

Bombing Hiroshima and Nagasaki did little to convince Japanese leaders to end the war.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe hopes to send a message with the choice of location.

The battle over World War II history flares up during the ongoing NPT Review Conference.

At the NPT review conference, Japanese politicians and citizens push for a nuclear-weapons-free world.