Trump Trade Policy “Hard to Understand”
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 31, 2018.
Monthly Archives: May 2018
Water Protectors Confront Japanese Banks
The campaign against the Dakota Access Pipeline launched in December 2016 by a handful of Japanese activists entered a new round of activity this month when two Native Americans, who are Standing Rock Water Protectors, visited Japan, aiming at grassroots alliance-building with international indigenous groups.
Hagiuda Sneers at Mr. Mom
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 29, 2018.
Abe Over Promises and Under Delivers on Russia
Although claimed as a success, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s latest meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin produced meagre results, demonstrating just how far his Russia policy has fallen short of his lofty ambitions.
Pawns Sacrificed to Save Abe
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 27, 2018.
Escape from Freedom: An Interview with Filmmaker Kazuhiro Soda
Documentary filmmaker Kazuhiro Soda reflects on his work and the fate of democracy.
Abe Lies Proven by New Documentary Evidence
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 23, 2018.
Shojin Ryori: Beauty Found in Zen Eating
Rising to popularity during the 13th century, shojin ryori is a traditional dining style of Buddhist monks in Japan.
Abe Cabinet: Sexual Harassment Is No Crime
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 20, 2018.
Economic Growth Streak Ends
A roundup of the most significant news stories from Japan reported on May 17, 2018.
