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Japan Considering Dumping Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean

Japan Considering Dumping Radioactive Water Into Pacific Ocean

By Thisanka Siripala
Lawmakers attempt to justify releasing contaminated water stored at Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean.
Nuclear Power in the New Abe Cabinet

Nuclear Power in the New Abe Cabinet

By Tom Corben
The latest reshuffle was notable for several reasons, but not least for bringing nuclear power back into the spotlight.

The US, Japan and South Korea Should Shelve GSOMIA (For Now)

The US, Japan and South Korea Should Shelve GSOMIA (For Now)

By DongJoon Park
Insisting that Seoul rejoin GSOMIA may make South Korea more skeptical about Washington’s ability to arbitrate impartially.

Can the Japan Self-Defense Force Age Gracefully?

Can the Japan Self-Defense Force Age Gracefully?

By Yoshimitsu Sato
How the JSDF should adapt to a shrinking population and an aging society in Japan.

Japan’s Latest Cabinet Reshuffle Plagued by Bribery Scandal

Japan’s Latest Cabinet Reshuffle Plagued by Bribery Scandal

By Thisanka Siripala
The ruling party’s cabinet reshuffle has been overshadowed by a cash for influence scandal.
The Politics of Hate and Artistic Expression in Japan

The Politics of Hate and Artistic Expression in Japan

By Jeff Kingston
Organizers of the 2019 Aichi Triennale, a sprawling showcase of contemporary art, got more publicity than they bargained for.

US State Department Greenlights $3.3 Billion Missile Sale to Japan

US State Department Greenlights $3.3 Billion Missile Sale to Japan

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. State Department has approved a possible sale of 73 U.S.-made supersonic ballistic missile interceptors to Japan.
Deadly Yokohama Train Crash Points to Overburdened Rail Crossings

Deadly Yokohama Train Crash Points to Overburdened Rail Crossings

By Thisanka Siripala
A fatal train collision has sparked renewed concern over the state of rail crossing safety in Japan's urban areas.

To Create an Immigrant-Friendly Japan, Start with Education Reform

To Create an Immigrant-Friendly Japan, Start with Education Reform

By Asia Dobbs
The conformity that is encouraged in Japanese schools shapes a social consciousness that is suspicious of outsiders.

Japan Open for Bets on Hosting Mega Casino Resorts

Japan Open for Bets on Hosting Mega Casino Resorts

By Thisanka Siripala
Since the legalization of casinos in Japan, the battle to attract global casino operators continues amidst divided residents and business communities.

Size vs Statecraft: How India and Japan Play the Major Power Game

Size vs Statecraft: How India and Japan Play the Major Power Game

By Bonnie Bley
Japan and India’s differences might just be what makes this unlikely partnership effective.
Where Will the US Base Intermediate-Range Missiles in the Pacific?

Where Will the US Base Intermediate-Range Missiles in the Pacific?

By Evan Karlik
Japan's Ryukyu Islands and Palau are the most probable contenders for new U.S. intermediate-range missiles.

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