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The historian argues that Japan stayed in the war much longer than necessary
Yes—but it is not what populist politicians say it is
As survivors die out, how do you keep the memories of Japan’s atomic apocalypse alive?
There is surprising sympathy for political violence in the country
In a time of higher inflation, a falling yen and rising bond yields make a noxious blend
The exit of Ishiba comes amid political and trade turmoil
