The Tokyo governor does not share your qualms. From the article:
"'Ginza is the most famous shopping district in Japan,' said Tokyo Governor Shintaro Ishihara at an event to launch the project."
I get the feeling that their motivation is not deep pockets, but high profile. Going after Microsoft gets their cause on the news and spreads the word about the language they are trying to defend.
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The Tokyo governor does not share your qualms. From the article: "'Ginza is the most famous shopping district in Japan,' said Tokyo Governor Shintaro Ishihara at an event to launch the project."
I get the feeling that their motivation is not deep pockets, but high profile. Going after Microsoft gets their cause on the news and spreads the word about the language they are trying to defend.