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June 29, 2011
Rethinking Work
By
Robert Dujarric
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The Diplomat
June 29, 2011
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June 22, 2011
Earthquake Rattles Japan
A tsunami warning is issued after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake hits the northeast of Japan.
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Earthquake Rattles Japan
June 13, 2011
Japan's 'Artsy' Protest Culture
Anti-nuclear demonstrations following the Fukushima crisis are something new, but not quite an embrace of protest.
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Japan's 'Artsy' Protest Culture
June 10, 2011
More on YouTube Rabbit
YouTube video of an earless rabbit born near the stricken Fukushima nuclear plant is confirmed as genuine.
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More on YouTube Rabbit
June 09, 2011
Japan's Depressing Squabbling
As Japan’s politicians squabble, the public is getting frustrated. Sadly, the DPJ can’t even put its own house in order.
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Japan's Depressing Squabbling
June 06, 2011
Kan Holding On, for Now
Naoto Kan survives a no-confidence motion following a deal with a former premier. But his days are now numbered.
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Kan Holding On, for Now
June 04, 2011
Where is the GSDF Going?
Japan’s changing security environment means there’s just less for the Ground Self-Defence Forces to do.
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Where is the GSDF Going?
June 02, 2011
Mixed News on Fukushima
Excerpts from the IAEA report on Fukushima are discouraging. But there has been some positive news as well.
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Mixed News on Fukushima
May 30, 2011
Rakuten to Jump Keidanren Ship?
Rakuten boss Hiroshi Mikitani publicly mulls abandoning the Japan Business Federation over electricity policy.
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Rakuten to Jump Keidanren Ship?
May 28, 2011
Fukushima Kids and Radiation
The Japanese government backpedals a little over new radiation exposure guidelines in Fukushima.
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Fukushima Kids and Radiation
May 23, 2011
The Problem with Amakudari
The problems with TEPCO are another reminder of the shortcomings of the principle of amakudari.
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The Problem with Amakudari
May 22, 2011
All About Giri?
Was Japan’s donation of aid to Alabama following devastating tornadoes about generosity or obligation?
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All About Giri?
May 19, 2011
Bullying in Japan
The Japanese public’s response to evacuees from the tsunami and nuclear crisis has been positive. Mostly.
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Bullying in Japan
May 16, 2011
A Fukushima Update
The Fukushima nuclear crisis may have receded from the headlines, but there’s no room for complacency.
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A Fukushima Update
May 13, 2011
Why English Is Tough in Japan
The government wants students to improve their English skills. Cultural differences provide the biggest hurdle.
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Why English Is Tough in Japan
May 12, 2011
Unconventional Rakuten
From leading a green drive to a focus on learning English, Rakuten isn’t your usual Japanese company.
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Unconventional Rakuten
May 10, 2011
Turning Japanese
A renowned Japan scholar shows his dedication to the country by announcing plans to become a citizen.
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Turning Japanese
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