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Reiwa
In Japan, the Radicalness of Yamamoto Taro Meets the Moment
By Jio Kamata
Reiwa Shinsengumi’s rapid ascent marks a seismic shift in the progressive voting bloc in Japan.
The Heisei Paradox: Emperor Akihito and Japan’s Nationalist Regression
By Edward Danks
The paradox of a pacifist emperor amid rising nationalism politically is likely to continue in the Reiwa era.
Japan’s Secretive Death Penalty Poised to Take a Back Seat During Olympic Spotlight
By Thisanka Siripala
With a new imperial year and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, death row inmates are likely to be spared in the coming two years.
Will Japan’s Reign Change Mean a Peaceful End to Small Scale Rice Farming?
By Nicole L. Freiner
Rice agriculture has seen a massive decline during the Heisei era, what changes will the new Reiwa era bring?
Japan’s New Imperial Era: What’s in a Name?
By Thisanka Siripala
After the highly anticipated new imperial era was unveiled, its carefully considered name – Reiwa – has attracted criticism.
Japan’s New Imperial Era Is Announced: ‘Hesei’ Ends, ‘Reiwa’ Begins
By Ankit Panda
As an imperial transition nears, Japan announces the name of its new era.
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