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How Kishida can avoid becoming another revolving-door prime minister

Commentary / Japan | Perspectives Oct 1, 2021

How Kishida can avoid becoming another revolving-door prime minister

by Michael MacArthur Bosack

The new LDP president will focus on expanding his power, implementing policies that benefit the electorate and ensuring success in the upcoming elections before widening his policy window.

Kishida's longevity as prime minister hinges on November general election

National / Politics | FOCUS Sep 30, 2021

Kishida's longevity as prime minister hinges on November general election

by Ryotaro Nakamaru

The jury is still out on whether Kishida's campaign promises — boosting lower- and middle-class incomes and drawing up a COVID-19 economic assistance package — will resonate with the public.

Japan faces big problems. Its next leader offers few bold solutions.

National / Politics | ANALYSIS Sep 30, 2021

Japan faces big problems. Its next leader offers few bold solutions.

by Motoko Rich

The country’s governing party, with a stranglehold on power, bucked the wishes of the public to select a moderate mainstay.

Cherry blossom scandal returns to haunt Abe and Suga

National / Politics | EXPLAINER Nov 29, 2020

Cherry blossom scandal returns to haunt Abe and Suga

by Eric Johnston

Allegations that the former prime minister's office illegally paid out over ¥9 million to make up the costs of parties at Tokyo hotels are now being investigated by prosecutors.

LDP to present draft for revising Japan's pacifist Constitution to Diet without consulting Komeito

National / Politics Oct 5, 2018

LDP to present draft for revising Japan's pacifist Constitution to Diet without consulting Komeito

In a bid to pursue Abe’s long-cherished goal, the LDP plans to offer its proposals during the session expected to be convened later this month.

National / Politics Sep 20, 2018

With Abe re-elected, local governments now look for him to deliver on campaign promises

by Eric Johnston

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe secured strong support from the Liberal Democratic Party's local chapters in securing a third term as president of the party. Now, just over six months before nationwide gubernatorial and assembly elections take place in April 2019, Abe and his LDP must ...

Abe tops Ishiba in Liberal Democratic Party election and secures historic third term

National / Politics Sep 20, 2018

Abe tops Ishiba in Liberal Democratic Party election and secures historic third term

by Tomohiro Osaki

Japan’s prime minister comfortably beat his only contender, securing 553 out of a total 807 votes.

LDP contenders Abe, Ishiba joust over policy in first pre-election face-off

National / Politics Sep 11, 2018

LDP contenders Abe, Ishiba joust over policy in first pre-election face-off

by Tomohiro Osaki

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe repeated on Monday that he wants to revise war-renouncing Article 9 of the Constitution to clarify the ambiguous status of Japan's military if re-elected president of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Sept. 20. Abe's proclamation set him apart from his ...

Abe declare candidacy in LDP presidential race on Sunday as prime minister looks to secure third consecutive term

National / Politics Aug 22, 2018

Abe declare candidacy in LDP presidential race on Sunday as prime minister looks to secure third consecutive term

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe plans to announce his candidacy Sunday for the Liberal Democratic Party leadership contest next month as he looks to secure a third consecutive term as LDP chief, a senior party lawmaker said Wednesday. During his visit to Kagoshima Prefecture over the ...

In Japan no one wants to talk about sex education

National / Media | MEDIA MIX Apr 7, 2018

In Japan no one wants to talk about sex education

by Philip Brasor

The English "penis" — which rhymes with "Venice" in katakana — is the preferred technical term when discussing male genitalia in Japan, but even that seems to be taboo in broadcast situations.

Editorials Feb 14, 2018

LDP factions abuzz ahead of party race

The LDP factions and their leaders should make their policy positions clear as they prepare for the party's presidential race.

LDP backs away from election promise of 'free education' election promise

National / Politics Nov 29, 2017

LDP backs away from election promise of 'free education' election promise

by Eric Johnston

Ruling Liberal Democratic Party lawmakers tasked with drawing up proposed constitutional amendments approved a plan Tuesday that does not include a guarantee to make all education free. The LDP's decision comes as the party continues to debate proposed revisions, with an aim toward presenting a ...

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