A sweeping study of historical data yields fascinating revelations about the past, present and future.

The emperor's position is determined by the will of the people, irrespective of the historical background of the imperial system.

Restoring the primary balance should not be used as an excuse to avoid enacting pension system reform.

Economic theories can't fully explain Japan's financial policies.

Tokyo's international competitiveness will decrease further unless drastic measures are taken to improve its infrastructure.

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe must place priority on resolving several major policy challenges confronting Japan before he tries to revise the Constitution.

The only way to fundamentally turn around Japan's falling fertility rate is to build a society free of gender discrimination.

The key concepts behind innovation are diversity and excellent higher education.

To move past the Heisei Era's economic malaise, Japan must invest in an education system that fosters people who can breed new ideas and launch new industries.

Britain's history was woven through its close connection with the continent, and it cannot prosper without it.