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Kishida’s Visit Backed by Expectations of International Community
As the chair of the Group of Seven advanced nations, it is significant for Japan to directly convey to Ukraine its solidarity and unwavering support. ...
March 22, 2023
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Step Toward Holding Russian President Accountable for War Crimes
It is highly significant that an international organization that tries war crimes has launched procedures to hold Russian President Vladimir Putin acc...
March 21, 2023
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True Mettle of Young Shogi Star to Be Tested from Now On
The strongest shogi player has earned another title at 20 years old. Since his debut, he has been accumulating wins at an astonishing pace, and he mig...
March 21, 2023
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Schools Should Seek Cooperation Rather Than Keeping Problems to Themselves
Heinous bullying is a criminal act. This must be thoroughly understood at schools, and teachers and other staff must protect children who are victims ...
March 20, 2023
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Excessive Discounts Causing Variety of Serious Problems
The Japan Fair Trade Commission has released the results of its fact-finding survey about the practice of selling smartphones at extremely low prices,...
March 20, 2023
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Tokyo Must Rethink Mideast Strategy as Beijing Tries to Change Regional Order
The present situation is symbolic of the change in the power balance in the Middle East, with China exploiting the gap created by the decline of U.S. ...
March 19, 2023
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Purchasing Counterfeit Products Makes Buyer Complicit in Illegal Activities
With the proliferation of online shopping, transactions involving fake luxury products manufactured mainly in China have become rampant in Japan. Ther...
March 19, 2023
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Negative Cycle Must Be Stopped As Early As Possible
The collapse of U.S. banks has triggered widespread credit uncertainty in the United States and Europe. Authorities in each country should take all po...
March 18, 2023
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Reckless Interception by Russian Military Planes Heightens Tensions
It was a reckless and dangerous act that heightens military tensions with the United States. Russia must exercise strong restraint to prevent such a s...
March 18, 2023
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Smaller Companies Must Follow Lead of Major Firms by Accepting Pay Demands
Many major companies offered to meet the full amount requested by their unions in the shunto spring labor wage negotiations amid soaring prices. This ...
March 17, 2023
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Meeting Should Serve as Turning Point to Deepen Broad Exchanges
It has been 12 years since a South Korean president has visited Japan. This should serve as a turning point to deepen exchanges in a wide range of fie...
March 17, 2023
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Unprecedented Behavior Brought Disgrace to House of Councillors
This is the first time in 72 years that a member of the Diet has been stripped of his position via expulsion. His expulsion is quite natural because h...
March 16, 2023
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Make Visit Starting Point for New Amicable Bilateral Relations
Hopefully this opportunity will not only help restore the deteriorating relations between Japan and South Korea, but also be a starting point to build...
March 16, 2023
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U.S.-British Cooperation Vital to Enhance Deterrence against China
The deployment of nuclear submarines to Australia is expected to serve as a new deterrent against China, which is attempting to change the status quo ...
March 15, 2023
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Identify and Address Issues with Interpretation of Political Fairness
The freedom of expression guaranteed by the Constitution should be respected as much as possible, and the government must refrain from easily interfer...
March 15, 2023
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