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Taro Kono
For Taro Kono's latest contributions to The Japan Times, see below:
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Sep 4, 2019
The real issue between Tokyo and Seoul is trust
The question is whether the promises made between Japan and South Korea will be kept.
Japan Times
JAPAN / WAW! and W20 Special
Mar 22, 2019
Empowering women globally
Japan Times
JAPAN / 5-YEAR MEMORIAL OF GREAT EAST JAPAN EARTHQUAKE
Mar 11, 2016
Be prepared for severe natural disasters
March 11 this year will mark five years since the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. I would like to extend anew my heartfelt sympathy for the victims and the affected people of the disasters.Over the five years since the disaster, reconstruction has been steadily moving forward in the areas devastated by the earthquake and tsunami, as seen in the shift of housing to higher elevations and the expanded construction of public housing. I would like to express my gratitude for the warm and encouraging support we have received — and continue to receive — from people overseas.
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 13, 2009
Step up nonproliferation efforts
Every year, Japan submits a resolution on nuclear disarmament to the United Nations General Assembly. This year was no different; the 15th such resolution was submitted in October. As the only country in the world against which nuclear weapons have been used, Japan understands the horror and devastation that they can cause. Our strong stance on nonproliferation and the fact that we do not possess nuclear weapons have been powerful arguments in favor of Japan's bid for a permanent seat on the U.N. Security Council.

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High-end tourism is becoming more about the kinds of experiences that Japan's lesser-known places can provide.
Can Japan lure the jet-set class off the beaten path?