The Attorney-Client Privilege in Japan

Chris Betros, "Jury System Won't Work in Japan," Japan Today (Sept. 12, 2006):

Another obstacle is the lack of lawyer-client confidentiality in Japan. During major criminal cases, the defendant’s lawyer routinely reports to the media everything his or her client says.

But I bet the mixed court system will "work." Do I have any takers?

Of course, much depends on what one means by "work." Cf. What is the meaning of "is"?