What motivates Abe to change Constitution?

Abe Shinzo is a person who has no hesitation in proclaiming that he will change postwar Japan’s Constitution and in glorifying prewar Japan’s aggression and colonial rule over Asian countries. What motivates him to stick by such a point of view?

Okinawa governor will check for errors in process of approving Henoko reclamation work

The Okinawa governor announced that he will set up a third-party panel to investigate whether or not his predecessor followed proper procedure in the process of approving the reclamation work for the US base construction in Henoko.

‘Islamic State’ outrage is unpardonable: JCP Shii

Japanese Communist Party Chair Shii Kazuo issued a statement censuring the “Islamic State” for committing atrocious cruelties, and he offered his heartfelt sympathy to hostages’ families and friends.