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It contrasts arguments against capital punishment—grounded in human rights, psychological harm, secrecy, and the risk of irreversible judicial error—with supporters’ views emphasizing order, deterrence, historical continuity, and perceived fairness. Student opinions are shown as divided across generations, with many young adults favoring life imprisonment without parole.","Hidden Gem No money and no Ɵme for Tokyo? Let’s explore  \nAichi Pref.!  \nPage 6  \nTheNUFS Times  \n15th Edition, December, 2025 Nagoya University of Foreign Studies  \n57 Takenoyama, Iwasakicho, Nisshin, Aichi 470-0197 Japan  \nDriŌ NaƟon  \nHow Japan became the heart of car culture  \nPage  \n7  \nAnime and Animism Support from screens to Japanese Shinto and Samsara  \nPage  \n2  \nSilk & Streetwear When the kimono meets modern Japan  \nPage  \n3  \n\n| Japan’s Gamble The future of pachinko | Page\u003Cbr>4 | Working Abroad Page Haontpo marotecntcaulin cturuallturideenƟty 5 |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n\nChristmas in Japan How Christmas found its way to Japan  \nPage  \n8  \nJൺඉൺඇ ൺඇൽ ඍඁൾ Dൾൺඍඁ Pൾඇൺඅඍඒ  \nVoices From a Divided Society  \nBy Tijn KLUMPER, Chrystia L. D. PAMINTUAN, Mai TACHIBANA, Samuel M. TEIXEIRA LOPEZ  \n“T deedlkinaegpetoumnsaaanlytl,sos,,u”tfor  \nmer Justice Minister Hideo Hiraoka once stated. Japan remains one of the few developed countries that continue to carry out executions, primarily for severe murder cases. Since the mid-20th century, more than 110 nations have abolished capital punishment, reflecting a steady global shift toward alternative forms of justice. As this international movement grows stronger, Japan is confronted with the question of whether to preserve its longstanding system or reconsider it for the future. This article examines the perspectives shaping that debate.  \nOn a cool afternoon in Shibuya, Tokyo, an antideath penalty rally draws students, activists, and passersby. Their signs are simple but powerful: “A mistake cannot be un  \ndone” and “No justice through death.” Among them stands Mr. Ryo Kachi, a long-time volunteer with Amnesty International Japan. He listens as speakers remind the crowd of past wrongful convictions. When asked why he continues this work, he explains,“When people learn the reality of executions, many start questioning whether the state should take a life.” His tone is calm, shaped by years of trying to persuade a public that often disagrees.  \nIn contrast, the atmosphere at Nisshin Campus of Nagoya University of Foreign Studies (NUFS) is completely different. A student, Mr. Yoshiki Ota, explains why he believes Japan should keep capital punishment.“Keeping criminals in prison is expensive,” he says.“People pay taxes for their food and clothing. I think many people support the death penalty because it has always been there.” His reasoning is practical, and he speaks with confidence.  \nAnother NUFS student, Ms. Aina Honda, connects her support to history.“After the war, there were too many criminals to hold. The death penalty helped maintain order,” she explains. At the same time, she acknowledges the possibility of change, noting that social media and exposure to other countries’systems have influenced her generation.“Many young people are curi-  \nMr. Kachi (Amnesty InternaƟonal Japan)  \nDeath Penalty The Global Situation  \n● No execuƟons  \n● Not used in 10 years  \n● ExcepƟonal use  \n● widespread use  \nSource: The 2013  \nclassificaƟon of execuƟons published by the Irish online media outlet “The journal”  \nInterview with NUFS students, Nisshin City, Aichi Pref.  \nLeft: Ms. Honda  \nBelow: Mr. Ota  \nous about how things work elsewhere,” she continues,“so maybe opinions will shift.”  \nOne more supporter, who asked to remain anonymous, expresses her views strongly.“It’s not right that the murderer gets to live a long life while the victim never can,” she insists. She quickly dismisses alternatives to execution and adds that discussions about wrongful convictions“do not gain much public attention,”suggesting widespread trust in the justice system.  \nTogether, these scenes, one rooted in human rights concerns, the other in ideas of justice and order, capture the emotional divide within Japan’s ongoing debate.  \nJapan’s death penalty system remains highly secretive. 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