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Japanese Politics
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.
October 04, 2019
Will Japan’s Latest Consumption Tax Hike Cause an Economic Slowdown?
By Thisanka Siripala
Despite global economic turmoil, the new tax rebate fails to sweeten the governments unpopular tax increase.
September 20, 2019
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.
September 18, 2019
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.
August 23, 2019
Why Japan Can’t Fail ‘Womenomics’ in Cybersecurity
By Mayuko Yatsu
The talent gap in cybersecurity is exacerbated by low numbers of women in the field.
May 10, 2019
Legacy Comes First in Abe’s Foreign Policy
By James D. J. Brown
Abe’s hasty pursuit of a legacy makes Japanese foreign policy look unprincipled and weak.
January 05, 2019
The Toxic Influence of Japan’s Rural Political Interest Groups
By Xiaochen Su
It’s time to reduce the political influence of Japan’s dwindling rural, primary sector interests.
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.
March 28, 2018
Why Trump Could Be the Final Nail in Abe’s Coffin
By Brad Glosserman
Despite the attention to domestic scandals, the fatal blow to the Japanese premier’s prospects may come from Tokyo’s closest foreign ally.
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