Toru Hashimoto apologizes to US over comments Osaka mayor Toru Hashimoto was forced to apologize for suggesting US servicemen patronize legal prostitution…
Osaka mayor: comments lacked "sensitivity" An outspoken politician who drew ire for defending the use of sex slaves during wartime…
Okinawans demand apology for sex slave remarks Women from Japan’s island chain of Okinawa have demanded an apology from outspoken Osaka Mayor…
Japan distances itself from "comfort women" comments Tokyo on Tuesday refused to comment on the controversial remarks by an outspoken politician claiming…
Nuclear debate grapples Japan's electoral battle Japanese voters are closely watching the nuclear debate at the center of the electoral battle,…
Osaka mayor sets up new political party ahead of election Osaka mayor Toru Hashimoto has launched a new political party ahead of the House of…
