-
Beef up International Monitoring Network for Hidden Assets Overseas
There has been no end to cases in which people have hidden assets overseas while not paying taxes. The international monitoring network must be streng...
January 12, 2021
-
Young Adults on Coming-of-Age Day Urged to Look Ahead without Flinching
How should people look ahead and move forward in an era of uncertainty? It is hoped that young people who are coming of age give thought to this quest...
January 11, 2021
-
Prevent Voter Turnout from Falling as Number of Polling Stations Dwindles
Largely due to depopulation and municipal mergers, the number of polling stations set up for elections has been on the decline. Every possible measure...
January 11, 2021
-
10 Years after Disaster, Progress Needed toward Self-reliance / Use Lessons Learned to Mitigate Future Harm
This year marks a decade since a massive earthquake, tsunami and nuclear accident combined to create an unprecedented, complex disaster....
January 10, 2021
-
Violence in Capitol Shakes Faith in U.S. Role as World’s Leading Democracy
Unbelievable scenes have played out in the United States, the world’s leading democracy. It can be said that social division and conspiracy theories f...
January 9, 2021
-
ROK Court’s Former Comfort Women Ruling Denies ‘Sovereign Immunity’
A South Korean court has issued another ruling that undermines the foundation of bilateral relations between Japan and South Korea. The ruling runs co...
January 9, 2021
-
Help hospitals Cooperate as New Emergency Starts / Individual Efforts Vital to Control Pandemic
The degree of urgency over novel coronavirus infections is increasing. The government, medical professionals, companies and individuals must do what i...
January 8, 2021
-
Examine Issues Posed by Holding Local Assemblies’ Deliberations Online
As part of measures against the novel coronavirus pandemic, an increasing number of local governments are allowing assembly members to attend committe...
January 7, 2021
-
Suga should Aim to Build Foreign Policy Based on Free, Open Order
At a time when the international community is at a turning point, how can a free and democratic order be established? In this regard, Japan should pla...
January 7, 2021
-
Sense of Crisis must be Shared by All to Control Coronavirus / Work to Protect Employment, Livelihoods
As long as there is no sign of the novel coronavirus pandemic being brought under control, the implementation of strong measures will be necessary. Ut...
January 5, 2021
-
Do Utmost to Tackle Structural Changes to Revitalize Economy / Invest in Digitization, Decarbonization
Drastic economic structural changes are needed to revitalize the economy, which has been devastated by the novel coronavirus pandemic. This year, the ...
January 4, 2021
-
Time to Rebuild International Cooperation amid Pandemic / Unity of Democratic Nations under Threat
Building a world in which people can travel freely and prosper together under common rules: The blows and unrest brought about by the novel coronaviru...
January 3, 2021
-
Digital Agency should Be Control Tower for Improvement of Administration
It is important to make up for the delay in digitization and improve the quality of government administration. The wisdom of the public and private se...
January 2, 2021
-
Hurry to Expand Relief System for Victims Harmed by Asbestos
The government bears a heavy responsibility for neglecting to take countermeasures even though it recognized the danger of asbestos, thereby spreading...
January 2, 2021
-
Build a Society Filled with Peace, Vitality / Overcome Hardships Using Wisdom and Courage
New Year’s reminds people how precious it is to be able to cheerfully exchange the usual greeting “Happy New Year!” The landscape has completely chang...
January 1, 2021
Top Articles in Editorial & Columns
-
Riku-Ryu Pair Wins Gold Medal: Their Strong Bond Leads to Major Comeback Victory
-
Reciprocal Tariffs Ruled Illegal: Judiciary Would Not Tolerate President’s High-Handed Approach
-
Japan’s Plan for Investment in U.S.: Aim for Mutual Development by Ensuring Profitability
-
Chronic Issues Erode Thailand’s Economy as Political Confusion Persists, Threatening Terminal Decline in Its Economy
-
Iran Situation: Japan Must Exert Diplomatic Efforts without Merely Standing by
JN TOP STORIES
-
Japan Govt Submits Bill to Create National Intelligence Council
-
Fukui: Japan Center Constantly on Alert for Nuclear Accident, Ready to Deploy Remote Equipment
-
German Museum Celebrates Famed Japanese Artist Kusama in Vast New Exhibit
-
Milano Cortina 2026: Japan’s Oguri Wins Para Snowboard Silver at Milan-Cortina
-
Teachers Support Students’ Inquiry Learning behind the Scenes
-
Moai Statue Shows Lasting Bond Between Miyagi Pref. Town, Easter Island; Stands as Sign of Recovery from Devastation
-
Japan Defense Agency to Develop AI Intelligence Analysis System for Ground Self-Defense Force by 2027
-
Government to Establish ‘Command Center’ for Developing Nuclear Power Personnel; Hopes to Replenish Ranks of Aging Industry, Reverse Post-Fukushima Decline