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Fumio Kishida’s move seen as attempt to shift his government from under Shinzo Abe’s shadow
The ruling LDP party’s links to the Unification Church, or ‘Moonies’, are in the spotlight after the alleged assassin cited the connection as a motive
Ukraine conflict has increased scrutiny during debate over military spending in country
Longstanding historical, political and cultural fissures complicate relations in Asia
Tokyo releases defence white paper as it considers changing pacifist constitution
Despite appearances, religion remains a powerful background presence in the country
Assassination of former Japanese prime minister creates a political void the incumbent could fill
South Korea’s Unification Church says it is baffled by reports suspect was motivated by anger at the group
Voters hand Tokyo a historic opportunity to revise pacifist constitution
The notion that political stability rests on disinterest of the Japanese electorate is a dangerous one
Crowds gather to pay respects to former prime minister at a memorial site close to where he was attacked
US condemns ‘profoundly disturbing’ killing of Japan’s former prime minister
Long-serving premier leaves an outsized legacy in economics and diplomacy
A blue-blooded political showman who sought to revive Japan and revise its pacifist constitution
Country’s longest-serving premier attacked while making election campaign speech
Relationship with fellow US ally Japan has been strained by legacy of colonial occupation
Security at stake in Sunday’s poll under shadow of Ukraine war and worries about China
North Atlantic alliance to expand co-operation with Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand
Energy crunch in the capital and surrounding areas will revive debate on restarting nuclear reactors
In a culture that rewards seniority, young workers feel resentment towards older unproductive colleagues
Pumping money into early-stage companies is part of prime minister’s ‘new capitalism’ agenda
Only travellers who use a guide can visit country, which is desperate to revive $36bn market
New leaders of crucial US allies aim to improve ties but may struggle to set aside historic disputes
Low-key premier has proved bolder than expected in wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Backing of payments venture is latest sign of more interventionist stance to encourage risk-taking
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