Mr. Fukuda’s resignation is subject to confirmation by the entire cabinet, including Mr. Abe. “I thought it would be difficult to fulfill my duty,” Mr. Fukuda said. Sign Up You agree to receive occasional updates and special offers for The New York Times's products and services. In the allegations reported by Shincho magazine about Mr. Fukuda, several unidentified journalists said he had repeatedly made sexually suggestive remarks in meetings and at bars. In Japan, public discussions of sexual harassment and assault are avoided and such resignations are rare.

Source: New York Times April 18, 2018 14:55 UTC