Atsuko Abe

You reign, I rule. That is the Japanese way.

You reign, I rule. That is the Japanese way.

Ignore it. No answer is necessary, Your Excellency. The president does not know his place.

Ignore it. No answer is necessary, Your Excellency. The president does not know his place.

Your Highness, we are at a critical juncture in our nation's history. The disruption of our oil supply was the read more

Your Highness, we are at a critical juncture in our nation's history. The disruption of our oil supply was the final straw. It wrecked the economy. Japan is in ruins; millions are out of work. We must repair the damage and ensure it never happens again.

You carry a very heavy burden, Prime Minister. You carry the hopes and dreams of every Japanese alive today and read more

You carry a very heavy burden, Prime Minister. You carry the hopes and dreams of every Japanese alive today and those of our honored ancestors. You literally carry Japan upon your back.

Do not speak to me of law. Not after what you have told me.

Do not speak to me of law. Not after what you have told me.