2. 1. T he histor y of your
gover nment
The Constitution of Japan was issued in
1947.
The rules on the “Cabinet” were provided in
the fifth chapter.
The executive powers belonged to the
Cabinet.
3. 2. Political system in Japan
House of House of
Representative Councilors
Bicameral system
We have bicameral system; one is the House of
Representatives,and the other is the House of
Councilors.
4. 3. Current topics on our political
agenda
1. The increase of consumption tax
2. Accepting the debris by the earthquake
3. Reconstruction assistance
4.Whether to resume the operation of the nuclear power
stations
5. The future of our country
The current Japanese leaders do not seem to be able to
lead us.
New generations have to lead this country
