The Validity of Minor Errors on Election Ballots: A Legal and Psychological Perspective
Posted inJapanese Laws

The Validity of Minor Errors on Election Ballots: A Legal and Psychological Perspective

Question from a reader:
When writing a candidate’s name on an election ballot, will a minor spelling mistake still be valid? For example, if I intended to write “Ichiro Suzuki” but accidentally wrote “Ichiro Suzuki,” I’m curious about what would happen.

Are Minor Spelling Mistakes on Election Ballots Valid?

When writing a candidate’s name on an election ballot, unexpected mistakes can happen.

Corporate Donations and Political Contributions: The Crisis Facing Democracy in Japan
Posted inJapanese Laws

Corporate Donations and Political Contributions: The Crisis Facing Democracy in Japan

Question from a reader:
I am concerned about the recent elections. Isn’t it illegal for corporate votes to go to the Liberal Democratic Party, Komeito, and the Constitutional Democratic Party? I believe that large corporations are favored, and in return, they gather donations and votes, which poses a problem from a democratic perspective. In particular, regarding corporate votes, isn’t it often

Addressing Voting Inequality: Solutions to Protect Local Voices and Empower Communities
Posted inJapanese Laws

Addressing Voting Inequality: Solutions to Protect Local Voices and Empower Communities

Question from a reader:
Every time there is a national election, there are lawsuits regarding the disparity in votes. I am concerned that correcting this disparity will lead to an increase in urban representatives and a decrease in rural representatives. If that happens, wouldn’t it result in more policies favoring urban areas, making it harder for rural voices to be heard

Can Shinjiro Koizumi Be Defeated in Kanagawa District 11? Analyzing Voter Sentiment and Election Dynamics
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

Can Shinjiro Koizumi Be Defeated in Kanagawa District 11? Analyzing Voter Sentiment and Election Dynamics

Question from a reader:
Is it difficult to defeat Shinjiro Koizumi in the next House of Representatives election? I believe the opinions of the people in Kanagawa District 11 will have an impact.

Shinjiro Koizumi and the Election Situation in Kanagawa District 11

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about Shinjiro Koizumi in Kanagawa District 11. The question of

Future of Mr. Tachibana: Predictions and Perspectives on His Political Journey
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

Future of Mr. Tachibana: Predictions and Perspectives on His Political Journey

Question from a reader:
What do you think will happen to Mr. Tachibana of the NHK Party in the future?

Thoughts on Mr. Tachibana’s Future

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about Mr. Takashi Tachibana. It’s understandable that opinions about his activities are divided. As a law student working part-time at a judicial scrivener’s office, I often think about

Impact of the Attack on Mr. Tachibana: Examining the Threat to Democracy and Its Consequences for Society
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

Impact of the Attack on Mr. Tachibana: Examining the Threat to Democracy and Its Consequences for Society

Question from a reader:
What impact does the incident involving Mr. Tachibana from the NHK Party being attacked have on democracy? How serious is such an event for our politics and society?

Reflecting on the Attack on Mr. Tachibana

Recently, there have been various opinions circulating about the incident where Mr. Tachibana was attacked. When I first saw the news, I

Hyogo Prefecture Gubernatorial Election: Analyzing Voter Choices and Future Implications
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

Hyogo Prefecture Gubernatorial Election: Analyzing Voter Choices and Future Implications

Question from the readers:
What do you think about the person re-elected by the people of Hyogo Prefecture? Are there any doubts about choosing him?

Reflections on the Choices of Hyogo Residents

Recently, discussions surrounding the gubernatorial election in Hyogo Prefecture have intensified. In particular, evaluations of the re-elected governor seem to be divided. I, too, have found myself interested in

Impact of the Tachibana Attack on Democracy: Understanding Political Safety and Freedom
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

Impact of the Tachibana Attack on Democracy: Understanding Political Safety and Freedom

Question from a reader:
Regarding the incident where Mr. Tachibana from the NHK Party was attacked, how serious of an impact does this have on democracy? I am struggling to understand how to perceive this as a threat to political safety and freedom in our society.

Reflecting on the Tachibana Attack Incident and its Relation to Democracy

Recently, the incident involving

The Impact of Political Violence on Democracy: Lessons from the Attack on Mr. Tachibana
Posted inJapan Celebrity Gossip

The Impact of Political Violence on Democracy: Lessons from the Attack on Mr. Tachibana

Question from a reader:
What impact will the incident where Mr. Tachibana of the NHK Party was attacked have on our democracy? This is very concerning. I believe the foundation of democracy lies in the free expression of opinions and political activities, but when such violent acts occur, it makes me anxious that the very basis of democracy could be shaken.