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The article discusses the outlook for Japan's recovery after the earthquake and tsunami in the Sendai region on March 11, 2011 and the related nuclear accident in Fukushima. Examples of community spirit and selflessness among the people are noted. The public's dissatisfaction with the national government's arbitrary way of setting limits on leaked radiation levels is mentioned. The economic aspects of rebuilding the region are discussed.

The article focuses on Yoshihiko Noda, the prime minister of Japan. Topics include his election, his economic policies to help disaster relief about the 2011 tsunami, and foreign relations with the U.S. and China. Details related to his policy to stop the rivalry in his party, the Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ), and to work with the Liberal Democratic Party, are also included.

The article discusses nonprofit organizations in Japan. An increase in activity of such organizations involved in disaster relief following the 2011 Sendai earthquake is discussed. The 2011 enactment of a law which will make it easier for nonprofit organizations to obtain favorable tax status is examined.

The article discusses Japanese politics with a focus on the influence of the tobacco industry on a reconstruction bill after the 2011 tsunami. Topics include the efforts of prime minister Yoshihiko Noda to pass the reconstruction budget, the influence of the tobacco farmers of the Liberal Democratic Party on economic policies, and the complications of the Japanese political system and political parties.

The article discusses Japanese prime minister Naoto Kan. Particular focus is given to his attempts to remain in power despite strong opposition to his continued leadership, both from within his ruling Democratic Party of Japan (DPJ) and from other parties. Some analysts say that Kan may dissolve parliament or resign late in the summer of 2011. Topics discussed include the impact of the Sendai Earthquake of 2011 on Japanese politics and former prime minister Junichiro Koizumi.

This article reports on stoic attitudes in Japan following the 2011 Sendai earthquake and tsunami. The article discusses the Japanese concept of gaman, or endurance, and its prevalence among survivors, evacuees, and politicians following the disasters, noting that it is problematic while the country waits to develop recovery plans. Information is provided on Prime Minister Naoto Kan, rebuilding efforts, and energy policy.

This article reports on government and politics in Japan after the March 2011 Sendai earthquake and tsunami. The article discusses the natural disasters and subsequent nuclear reactor accident, describing the roles of Prime Minister Naoto Kan and the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Information is also provided on regional and local elections in April 2011.