Showing posts with label Okinawa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Okinawa. Show all posts

Saturday, June 4, 2016

Okinawa Murder Case Heightens Outcry Over U.S. Military’s Presence

Okinawa Murder Case Heightens Outcry Over U.S. Military’s Presence


Okinawans have long complained of violence, noise and other problems associated with American bases. Now the bases’ very existence is drawing a backlash.


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Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Obama apologizes for Okinawa incident

Obama apologizes for Okinawa incident





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Friday, May 20, 2016

Abe Voices Outrage After Former U.S. Marine Is Arrested in Okinawa Killing

Abe Voices Outrage After Former U.S. Marine Is Arrested in Okinawa Killing


Crimes committed by Americans have long been a source of friction, and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe demanded that the United States take preventive action.


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Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Okinawa Governor Revokes Permission for Construction of U.S. Base

Okinawa Governor Revokes Permission for Construction of U.S. Base


The decision is the latest setback for a 20-year effort by Japanese and American military planners to move the base from its current location.


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