Posted on April 11, 2019
Japanese Politics: Current political issues (Pt. 7)
Government System: Revise Postwar Constitution (Double election): Dissolve Lower House to coincide with pre-scheduled July Upper poll. Click here and here Economy: Competition with rising power (China) Tax consumption hikes Overworked employee culture Maternity leave Tourism industry Open trade? Importing… Read More
Posted on April 11, 2019
Japanese Politics: Historical highlights (Pt. 6)
Constitution of Japan was issued in 1947 Reference: https://www.britannica.com/place/Japan/Political-developments The Japanese Political System 7 Things to Know About Japanese Politics
Posted on April 8, 2019
Japanese Politics: Political parties (Pt. 5)
Here are description of major political parties: a. Liberal Democratic Party (LDP): Long standing political party Usually conservative Pro-business tendencies b. Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ): Established as a centre party with mix members from LDP, centrist and… Read More
Posted on April 7, 2019
Japanese Politics: Political archetype (Pt. 4)
Previously in Part 2, we used the traditional political left-right-wing model to differentiate major contrasting policies. This post will describe main archetype of party which may not exist in current Japanese politics, however, it give a better understanding… Read More
Posted on April 7, 2019
Japanese Politics: Political spectrum (Pt. 3)
Political policies: Parties are described in according to it’s policies. Below are the following policies: Collective VS Individual value: Left wing: Found on the left of the spectrum. It favours collective culture (where working well in a collective… Read More
Posted on April 6, 2019
Japanese Politics: Political elements (Pt. 2)
In general terms, politics are define as activities associated with the governance of a country or area, especially the debate between parties having power. However, in order to understanding of politics covers, it is important to look at political… Read More
Posted on April 6, 2019
Japanese Politics: Political structure (Pt. 1)
Japanese uses a Constitutional Monarchy that is based on cabinet system. A) Emperor: Symbol of state and unity of people Perform ceremonial act but has no power in government B) People: People who vote C) Government: 1. Executive… Read More