Word: otani
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...optimistic that targeted measures to prevent more business failures, such as those proposed by Aso's adminstration this week, can stem the tide."The most important thing is to prevent the bankruptcy of the real estate companies, so that it doesn't expand to other industries," says Yoji Otani, senior analyst at Credit Suisse...
...made me think deeply about the future of Japan and reminded me of the medieval past: in the Heian period, a warrior class descended from rural peasants diminished the power of rich ruling families. History shows that the privileged and protected can't evade changing times forever. Masaaki Otani, Tadotsu, Japan...
...Sept. 24]. I appreciate his honesty, but regret his lack of political stomach. I hope the next Japanese leader will effectively stand tall on the international stage as well as over the chaotic domestic arena, riddled with so many problems. It's our sincere, but desperate, wish. Masaaki Otani Kagawa, Japan...
...young male co-workers spend their precious time on family matters, but your story was an eye-opener. I realize that I am a living anachronism and that changing social structures mean young men ought to lead family lives filled with hope and love. Masaaki Otani, Tadotsu, Japan...
...grow old. The business world is desperately pursuing profit by sacrificing its young workforce, through part-time labor at low wages. The government asks the younger generation to be more patriotic, even when they cannot have confidence in their future. How can we call Japan a beautiful country? M. Otani Kagawa, Japan...