The U.S. president’s visit to the atomic bombing memorial caps his foreign policy agenda.
Rising Asia: Uneven Journey, Promising Future
Young Asians may not be wiser than older generations, but we share a more peace-oriented consensus.
Japan’s Effort to Counter China’s Silk Road
The increasing economic presence of Japan in both South Asia and South East Asia provides a counterweight to China.
Japan’s Immigration Imperative
Can opening up to immigration provide Japan a potential source of economic revitalization?
South Korea/Japan: “Comfort Women” as a Political Football?
The tragic case of Japan’s WWII sex slaves.
China’s Japan-bashing
Is there any hope that China and Japan could bury the hatchet and have friendly relations?
Japan-U.S: The WikiLeaks Blow Beyond TPP
U.S. spying endangers expanded security engagements and trade with Japan.
The Resurgence of Japanese Nationalism
Japanese Prime Minister Abe’s military choice brings Asia closer to war.
TPP: Beware of the Japan Hype
Just as is the case in the US, there is very strong domestic opposition to TPP in Japan.
























