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US Military Base Will Remain in Okinawa

TOKYO (May 23) -- Okinawans were outraged Sunday that Japan's prime minister reneged on his campaign pledge to move a U.S. military base off their island, a decision that upholds a longstanding agreement with Washington. Protesters held signs plastered with the Japanese character for "anger" as Prime Minister Yukio...

Unfamiliar Questions Await Obama on Visit to Longtime Ally Japan

TOKYO -- Amidst the turmoil of health care reform and Afghanistan policy, President Barack Obama might have expected some calming certainties when he flies on Friday to Japan, long the staunchest of U.S. allies. But behind what is sure to be a cordial welcome in Tokyo, new and unfamiliar questions await the president....