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Japanese political scandals
December 25, 2020
Abe Apologizes, But Isn’t Charged for Cherry Blossom Scandal
By Associated Press
Prosecutors investigated whether Abe, his aide and two executives from his political support group had subsidized the party fees in violation of campaign and election funds laws.
October 11, 2019
Japan Mulls Mass Pardon of Petty Crimes to Mark New Emperor’s Enthronement
By Thisanka Siripala
The tradition of pardoning crimes in light of major imperial events brings into question the need for amnesty in the criminal justice system.
July 28, 2018
Large and in Charge: Who is Taro Aso?
By Emese Schwarcz
Controversy has surrounded Japanese Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso ever since he entered politics.
May 18, 2018
Another Week, Another Cronyism Scandal for Japan's Abe
By Thisanka Siripala
The controversy over a new veterinary school belonging to Abe’s old friend deepens as fresh evidence emerges.
April 16, 2018
Poll: Shinzo Abe's Approval Falls to New Low Amid Scandal Fallout
By Ankit Panda
The Japanese prime minister's public support continues to dwindle.
April 13, 2018
Is This the End for Shinzo Abe?
By Thisanka Siripala
Widespread political mistrust deepens after new evidence of malpractice in the Moritomo Gakuen land sale scandal.
November 26, 2014
'Money Politics' in Japan
By Aurelia George Mulgan
Allegations of financial impropriety have a long and sordid history in Japanese politics.
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