Japan Press Weekly

JCP doubles its seats in scandal-rocked Toyama City Assembly

The Japanese Communist Party doubled its seats to four in the Toyama City Assembly as a result of the recent by-election and gained the right to introduce bills. It is the first time since 1979 that the JCP secured four seats in the assembly.

Antinuke citizens meet to oppose Japan-India nuclear deal

Antinuke activists and concerned citizens held a meeting in the Diet building to oppose a Japan-India nuclear energy accord following media reports that the two governments may soon sign the agreement.

Citizens & opposition parties protest forced passage of TPP-related bills

Amid a storm of public protest, the ruling coalition railroaded the Trans-Pacific Partnership ratification bill through the Lower House Special Committee on the TPP.

Diet starts discussing pension cuts bill

Koike to university students: opposition parties’ efforts can influence public opinion

Pro-Constitution actions take place across country

TPP allows no option to buy safe cosmetic products

Citizens & opposition parties protest forced passage of TPP-related bills

Teachers rally to oppose constitutional revision and political control over education

Antinuke citizens meet to oppose Japan-India nuclear deal

JCP-proposed statement for higher minimum wage adopted by Aichi Pref. Assembly

Ex-official of major insurer examines workmen’s compensation

Dentsu raided over violation of work hour rules

JCP Oyama demands further clarification of Toyosu market scandal

Gunma JCP demands cancellation of SDF experience program for junior high school students

Parents in demonstration appeal for creation of more authorized childcare centers

Iwate gov. extends free medical program for 2011 disaster victims

Supreme Court rejects appeal for injunction against SDF’s monitoring of citizens

Toyosu site totally unfit for Tokyo’s new fish market according to expert

JCP doubles its seats in scandal-rocked Toyama City Assembly