LDP proposes that energy generation depend more on nuclear power

The Liberal Democratic Party proposed to Prime Minister Abe Shinzo that Japan increase the share of nuclear power generation by 2030 to the same level as before the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident.

Okinawans launch ‘Henoko Fund’ to block base construction

Okinawan politicians and business leaders have launched the “Henoko Fund” to help increase public opposition to the construction of a new U.S. base in the sea off the Henoko district.

JCP issues statement on its major gains in 1st half of local elections

The Japanese Communist Party on April 12 increased its number of seats in 41 prefectural assembly elections from 80 to 111 as a result of the first half of the nationwide local elections.