Extract from the Nihoon Shimbun Jyokai Journalist’s Charter

Article 1
The most important rule about news is to report facts accurately and faithfully.

Article 2
Journalist should never let their personal opinions interfere when they are
reporting facts.

Article 3
When handling a news story, journalist should never
forget the danger that it may be used for propaganda and should be particularly
vigilant in that respect.

Article 4
In making criticism, journalist should restrict themselves to comments that they
would be willing to make in persons.

Article 5
A biased comment that knowingly distorts the truth harm the spirit and dignity
of the journalist’s profession