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What is Shintaro Ishihara doing with the world's biggest fish market?
FILE-Former Tokyo Gov. Shintaro Ishihara speaks during a news conference regarding the relocation of the world’s biggest Tsukiji fish market to the site of a former gas plant, in Tokyo, March 3, 2017.
Who was Shintaro Ishihara and how did he die?
Shintaro Ishihara, a Japanese writer-turned-politician known for his nationalistic views who triggered a stand-off with China over disputed islands, has died. He was 89. Japan’s top government spokesman, Hirokazu Matsuno, confirmed Ishihara’s death at a news briefing Tuesday and offered condolences.
What did Ishihara say when he retired from politics?
“I was fortunate as a politician and an author that I was able to stand at the historical crossroads several times,” Mr. Ishihara said in 2014 as he announced his retirement from politics. “Until I die, I want to say what I want to say and do what I want to do, and I want to die hated by people.”
What did Haruki Ishihara do for Japan?
Ishihara also advocated for changing Japan's pacifist constitution, and said the country should have nuclear weapons as a deterrent to China and North Korea. He was a key force behind Tokyo's successful bid for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, although he was no longer governor when the city won.