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On June 2nd, a law to establish the Judicial Reform Council within the Cabinet was passed; it held its first meeting in July. This marks the real beginning of a fundamental discussion on the very foundation of Japan's judicial system. On the eve of the 21st Century, when demand has intensified for more transparent rules and responsible behavior, the future role of the judicial system is a serious matter. This special issue will scrutinize the potential alternatives available by interviewing key individuals in political and legal arenas.

	Member of the House of Representatives Okiharu Yasuoka
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	TOKYO LEGALMIND CEO Katsuo Sorimachi

We interviewed Mr. Okiharu Yasuoka, a Diet Member who has had a professional career as both a judge and attorney and who was assigned to the project Definitive Guidelines for a 21st Century Judicial System as a part of the judicial reform program set by the Liberal Democratic Party. As the chairman of the LDP's judicial affairs division, he is a key person in promoting judicial reform, and our questions concerned his concepts, expectations and agenda in promoting reform.

Discussion aimed at discovering the core of the issue

Let us create the best system in the world!

What Should be Done to Expedite Trials

The LPD Plays a Crucial Role

Planning Together with the People

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