Democratic Party of Japan President Ichiro Ozawa said Friday he is willing to be questioned by prosecutors over a political funds scandal that led to his chief aide's arrest.
"I will meet with anyone and give explanations if there is such a request," Ozawa told reporters, referring to media reports that the Tokyo District Public Prosecutor's Office is considering questioning him over donations from groups linked to Nishimatsu Construction Co.
Ozawa reiterated that he has no intention of resigning as DPJ leader, but hinted at the possibility of reconsidering the matter depending on how investigations proceed.