- A survey by atomic bomb survivors revealed that only 20% of Japanese Diet members responded.
- 117 of the responding lawmakers believe Japan should sign and ratify the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
- Nihon Hidankyo will lobby lawmakers to clarify Japan’s position, citing a lack of understanding about the treaty.
A: Hey! Did you hear about something new regarding nuclear weapons?
B: No, what's up? Tell me!
A: So, a group called Nihon Hidankyo – they represent survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings – they asked Diet members about a treaty to ban nuclear weapons.
B: Wow, that’s important. Did many respond?
A: Not really! Only about 20% answered their questions.
B: Really? That's kind of low. What did they say about Japan joining the treaty?
A: Most of those who answered – around 117 – think Japan *should* sign it! Nobody said we shouldn't.
B: That's good news, right?
A: Mostly! But about 30 said “other.” Some support the Japan-US security alliance. Others are pro-nuclear deterrence.
B: Ah, I see. So, it's complicated.
A: Exactly! The group's leader, Tanaka Terumi, thinks many lawmakers don’t really know much about the treaty.
B: That makes sense, I guess. What are they going to do?
A: They're going to try and convince the lawmakers to be clearer about the government's position. They'll lobby them.
B: Good for them! I’ll check out their website then!
- 117 of the responding lawmakers believe Japan should sign and ratify the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.
- Nihon Hidankyo will lobby lawmakers to clarify Japan’s position, citing a lack of understanding about the treaty.
A: Hey! Did you hear about something new regarding nuclear weapons?
B: No, what's up? Tell me!
A: So, a group called Nihon Hidankyo – they represent survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings – they asked Diet members about a treaty to ban nuclear weapons.
B: Wow, that’s important. Did many respond?
A: Not really! Only about 20% answered their questions.
B: Really? That's kind of low. What did they say about Japan joining the treaty?
A: Most of those who answered – around 117 – think Japan *should* sign it! Nobody said we shouldn't.
B: That's good news, right?
A: Mostly! But about 30 said “other.” Some support the Japan-US security alliance. Others are pro-nuclear deterrence.
B: Ah, I see. So, it's complicated.
A: Exactly! The group's leader, Tanaka Terumi, thinks many lawmakers don’t really know much about the treaty.
B: That makes sense, I guess. What are they going to do?
A: They're going to try and convince the lawmakers to be clearer about the government's position. They'll lobby them.
B: Good for them! I’ll check out their website then!
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Summary
Nihon Hidankyo surveyed Japanese Diet members on a nuclear weapons treaty. Only 20% responded, but 117 favored Japan signing. Group will lobby for clarification, citing a lack of treaty understanding among lawmakers. #nuclearweapons #Japan
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260203_13/#summary
Date: Feb. 3, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-02-03
Created: 2026/02/04 05:40
Updated: 2026/02/04 07:18
Last Read: 2026/02/04 07:18