The survey paints an image of Japanese high school students being pleasure-seeking, average-seeking and little motivated.

Our fears have come true. To regain our trust, the U.S. must fundamentally review its safety standards.

The Japanese government had been criticized for prematurely deciding to resume US beef imports under strong US political pressure. As they rushed the decision, food safety for the Japanese public might have been put to danger.

Many people in Japan were concerned whether American meat processors can properly take out risky materials. The concern was proved right so soon. Many consumers are feeling cheated.

It is wrong to believe the landslide victory gave a vote of confidence on Koizumi politics.

This violates the Constitution's article that state and religion should be separated.