Topic: Junichiro Koizumi

Japan's 'secret' trip to North Korea disrupts united stance against Pyongyang

Japan's visit to North Korea comes after broad regional agreement that Pyongyang should not be offered talks unless it displays a genuine commitment to denuclearization.

Japan's Abe: Will the hawkish nationalist have to rule as a moderate?

Why Chinese are protesting Japan again (+video)

China to protest Japan's arrest of activists on uninhabited island

What Japanese think of PM Kan's response to the crisis

Why Japan has a problem with prime ministers

China-Japan spat drives plunge in support for Japan's Kan

China-Japan relations sour as fishing boat dispute escalates

Japan PM Kan sends signal to Asian neighbors by shunning Yasukuni Shrine

Koreans warm to historic Japan apology on colonial rule – but want more

Labor reforms? Japan limits on part-timers please no one.

Japan's new prime minister – can he fix the economy?

Can Japan's prime minister fix the economy?

Japan's opposition crushes LDP in landmark victory

Briefing: Why power may shift in Japan

Opinion Japan must shake off US-style globalization

In election season, Japan's voters more skeptical of 'hereditary' candidates

Japan's ruling party hopes Aso will restore its reputation

Daunting tasks face Japan's next premier

Japan's unpopular prime minister resigns

Historic port call marks Japan-China thaw

At Tokyo meeting, China and Japan lay groundwork for better ties

Chinese President Hu's visit to Japan boosts warming trend

Japan woos visitors with free tours, fine dining