Brief History of Gay Culture and Rights in Japan
In the history of Japan, gay male relationships have been more accepted than in the West. However, the gay community has been legally shortchanged.
Mar 20, 2010
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Naoko Charity
Two Western Women Helped Rebuild Postwar Japan
Eleanor Hadley and Beate Sirota worked for the democratization of postwar Japan through economic improvements and the establishment of civil rights for women.
Feb 7, 2010
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Naoko Charity
Japanese Women, and Ie (Stem-Family) System
The Confucian ethics, focusing on individual's societal roles, had been instilled during the Tokugawa period, and the Ie system reinforced Japanese women to be dutiful
Jan 24, 2010
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Naoko Charity
End of the Honeymoon Period for Japanese Premier
The newly-elected DPJ led by Yukio Hatoyama is facing mounting pressure on a range of key issues and faces loss of Upper House majority if the SDP leaves the coalition.
Dec 15, 2009
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Rich Ward
What is Keiro No Hi?
In Japan, the third Monday of every September is a national holiday known as Respect for the Aged Day, or Keiro No Hi.
Sep 20, 2009
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Jo Miller
DPJ Trounces LDP in Lower House Elections
The DPJ's recent election victory is a landmark in the country's post-war history, but it remains to be seen if PM-elect Yukio Hatoyama can bring real change.
Sep 1, 2009
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Christopher Wilson
Burakumin-The Untouchable Caste of Japan
Mega-industrialized Japan harbors an untouchable caste that has existed for centuries. Today the burakumin fight for the right to be acknowledged as valid humans.
Dec 26, 2008
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Barbara Hall
China Airlines Fire Possible Cause
The smoke is still smoldering and another aircraft has had a catastrophic accident. However, this one should not take long to evaluate. Here is why.
Aug 20, 2007
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Frank W. Hardy
