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Japan is a bully nation that takes what it wants and threatens any who oppose it.

It makes sense for Japan to pursue a more independent role in the world, following Latin America and others in freeing itself from U.S. domination.

I think it is not necessary at this time to put forth a grand vision such as an East Asian Community. What we must do before that is create scenarios for Japan's response in case of a serious territorial incident.

I believe it is important that we Japanese write a constitution for ourselves that would reflect the shape of the country we consider desirable in the 21st century.

I do think that Japan will be one of the nations that have equality, and that, too, will serve as an example for other Asian nations.

So, Japan as a country has lost its vigor; it feels very much closed in for various reasons.

I love Japan. I love the collision of the modern and ancient worlds coming together in that place. It's so high-tech and cool.

Japan is dealing us a dead hand. For two years we have watched the Japanese drag their feet and we can't let them continue to slam the door in our faces.

Haven't we put off problems without clarifying Japan's will to protect the lives and assets of its people and territory with its own hands, and merely accepted the benefits of economic prosperity?

We find Japan a little more difficult to understand because it has proven its 20th century prowess though the ancient traditions still persist.