Political Pulse
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Japan’s Boards of Education Can Lead Positive Change; Real-Life Examples Show They Needn’t Be Stuck in Past
The words “board of education” can conjure up negative images. You may recall a scene where a boa...
August 3, 2024
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Japan Must Boost its Defenses Against Cyberattacks; Aggressive ‘Hybrid Warfare’ Seen as a Growing Threat
One evening, the power supply from multiple substations suddenly stops, and the power supply cont...
July 27, 2024
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Data Centers Slurp Up Water to Keep Servers Cool; Essential Infrastructure Has Environmental Impact
In 2023, humanity experienced the hottest summer in history. United Nations Secretary General Ant...
July 20, 2024
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Leadership Lacking in LDP Leadership Race; Neither Kishida nor Rivals Show Vision for Nation
“Who is likely to be the next Liberal Democratic Party president?”
...July 13, 2024
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Osaka Expo Failing to Generate Excitement Among Public; Cuisine, Pop Culture Elements Could Spark Interest
The Kansai region, which includes Osaka, is enjoying an inbound tourism boom. According to the Os...
July 6, 2024
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Expect Aso, Suga to Be Key Figures in Chaotic LDP Presidential Election in Sept.
Political reform was a major topic of discussion during the ordinary Diet session that closed on ...
June 29, 2024
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Japan Games Burdens Local Govts. Is Fundamental Reform Possible?
The Japan Games, an annual event hosted by each prefecture on a rotating basis, are at a major cr...
June 22, 2024
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Population Decline Reshaping Japanese Political Scene; Problem Recognized, But Agreement Lacking on Solutions
If you travel to a rural city or town in Japan, you will surely see many empty houses and find th...
June 15, 2024
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Technological Efficiency Brings Both Ease and Unease; Should Machines Do Things We Like to Do Ourselves?
I will never forget a story I heard 10 years ago, when I had the opportunity to study abroad at t...
June 8, 2024
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Kishida’s Paradox: Victory Is Doubtful, but No Challengers Emerge
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has claimed that he surpasses other politicians in his “ability to l...
June 1, 2024
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Currency Exchange Rates Challenge the Bank of Japan; Moves by Fed Further Complicate Japan’s Situation
In March of this year, the Bank of Japan under Gov. Kazuo Ueda ended the longstanding “different-...
May 25, 2024
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Japan’s Sakishima Islands at Risk in Tense Region; Civil Defense Preparations Underway in Yonaguni
It is natural for parents to try to explain things to their children as easily as possible. In my...
May 18, 2024
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Holistic Teaching in ‘A Country of Extraordinary Resilience’
When education is subjected to extreme situations, its true essence is revealed. The actions of t...
May 11, 2024
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Retiring amid Funds Scandal, Nikai Aims a Parting Shot at Kishida
“When you run for office, you are encouraged by many people. But when you quit, you have to make ...
May 4, 2024
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Pension System Flaw Keeps Part-Timers’ Pay Low; Govt Urged to Address ‘Annual Income Barriers’
Against the backdrop of a labor shortage, this year’s shunto spring wage negotiations saw a great...
April 27, 2024
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