[...] guys decided to go out and meet Kouichi Toyama himself. They called him and headed towards the place he hangs out every evening. WPvideo [...]

[...] Needless to say, some of what Ishihara does have its merits. Clearly we (or should I say they) shouldn’t be tolerating illegal workers and foreigners who come to Japan (or Tokyo) should abide by the laws. With the huge number of retirees expected in the next three years as the baby boomer generation retires, Japan Inc is going to suffer a brain drain of immense proportions. This is disasterous timing to be tightening immigration rules. The solution is more than just allowing a few dozen Philippina maids into the country to help out with the shortage of nursing home workers (which is what Ishihara seems to be suggesting). Politicians need to make sure that there is a sturdy system to educate and support immigrants so that they understand that they are protected by the state and guaranteed a better lifestyle when playing by the rules. That probably means increased rights for foreigners and the ability to get involved in politics. To his credit, I was impressed that Ishihara’s campaign man was willing to talk with me, even if he didn’t really answer my questions. I wonder what it would have been like if I had’ve visited Toyama Koichi (外山恒一)’s campaign office? (check out his election speech on japundit) [...]

Japanese nihilist anarchist candidate video and edited versions

Duncan says: Kouichi Touyama is a 36 year old Street Musician and dissident activist who recently served 2 years for sedition. He recently ran for Governor of Tokyo and this is his official broadcast message. It is an incredible rant by a very, very an…

[...] Hear it for yourself, with an assortment of renditions and parodies. This translation is better. [...]

[...] Kouichi Touyama @ youtube Kouichi Touyama Variation  [...]