Akahata
LATEST ARTICLES BY Akahata
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World
In Okinawa, anti-base mayor’s re-election sends a message
January 24, 2014In Okinawa's Nago City mayoral election, which centered on the plan to construct a new U.S. military base in the city, anti-base incumbent Inamine Susumu won with a wide margin.
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Japanese workers fight Sony “downsizing room”
April 19, 2013In Japan, large corporations are using "downsizing rooms" as a humiliating pressure tactic to force their employees to quit their jobs.
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Japan’s new prime minister vows strong economy – but for whom?
June 22, 2010Prime Minister Kan Naoto in his first policy speech said he will pursue a "third way" on the economy, but it doesn't look like it.
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Okinawa election rally: U.S. base is not deterrent
June 11, 2010Japan peace movement and voters continue to press against relocation of U.S. military base in Okinawa.
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