Opinion & Analysis
Yoroku: 'Zero' and 'rei' keep competing in Japan's changing language
The "Zero fighter" aircraft operated by the former Imperial Japanese Navy during the Pacific War was the common name for the Type 0 carrier-based figh Full article
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Editorial: 70 yrs after recognition of Minamata disease, Japan must not forget lessons
(2026/5/1)
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Editorial: Wildfire in Japan's Iwate Pref. must be put out quickly, residents need help
(2026/4/30)
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Editorial: 2 months since attack on Iran, an end needed to world-threatening conflict
(2026/4/28)
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Editorial: Japan's higher residency fees impose excessive burden on foreigners
(2026/4/28)
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Editorial: As nuclear war risks rise, Japan must help push for disarmament
(2026/4/27)
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Editorial: Diet oversight indispensable in strengthening Japan's intel capabilities
(2026/4/24)
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Editorial: Japan's 2nd 'subsequent quake advisory' highlights need for vigilant preparation
(2026/4/23)
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Editorial: Japan's new arms export rules risk eroding its pacifist stance
(2026/4/22)
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Editorial: Japan must act wisely to fix chronic lines at women's public restrooms
(2026/4/21)
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Editorial: Japan must not downplay rising measles cases and take steady action
(2026/4/20)
Editorial
- Editorial: 70 yrs after recognition of Minamata disease, Japan must not forget lessons
- Editorial: Wildfire in Japan's Iwate Pref. must be put out quickly, residents need help
- Editorial: 2 months since attack on Iran, an end needed to world-threatening conflict
- Editorial: Japan's higher residency fees impose excessive burden on foreigners
- Editorial: As nuclear war risks rise, Japan must help push for disarmament
- Editorial: Diet oversight indispensable in strengthening Japan's intel capabilities
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