An American Intellectuals’ View of Japan’s Rule Over Korea 1910-1945
Preconceived notions and prejudices often prevent us from seeing the truth. And yet, as intelligent beings, humans will over time begin to understand the facts of a certain circumstance, eventually…
Hidden Facts about a Fierce Internal War Behind South Korea’s Anti-Japanism
Anti-Japanese sentiment in South Korea appears to be reaching new extremes, as an enormous amount of energy is spent to spread groundless criticism pertaining to the disputed Takeshima islets (call…
Naturalized Japanese Saddened by Seoul’s Refusal to Grant Her Entry to Country
Relations between Tokyo and Seoul look to be worsening. Viewed from Japan, the administration of President Park Guen-Hye appears to be intensifying its criticism of Japan for reasons difficult to c…
How Influential Japanese Daily Twisted Comments by Deputy Prime Minister Aso
“Now I know how the Asahi Shimbun goes about twisting things.” This was my frank impression to how a statement by Deputy Prime Minister Taro Aso was recently reported by the influential daily. …
Time to Ponder Why Visit to Yasukuni Shrine Is Important
I make it a rule to visit a Shinto shrine whenever I have something important to reflect on. But when I have something really important to ponder over, I pray at Yasukuni Shrine, where the spirits …
