[cstaylor]

"Japan basically does not accept people seeking political asylum,'' said a senior Foreign Ministry official. "We are the only such country among Group of Seven members.''

Bullshit. Amend that statement:

"Japan basically does not accept gaijin seeking political asylum,'' said a senior Foreign Ministry official. "We are the only such country among Group of Seven members.''

Fujimori, anyone?

[cstaylor]

``Japan should review its `pure-blood' policy. The same holds true for the question of allowing foreign workers here.''