When Google Earth added historical maps of Japan to its online collection last year, the search giant didn't expect a backlash.…The company is now facing inquiries from the Justice Ministry and angry accusations of prejudice because its maps detailed the locations of former low-caste communities…[who] still face prejudice, based almost entirely on where they live or their ancestors lived…An employee at a large, well-known Japanese company…said the company actively screens out burakumin job seekers…"If there is an incident because of these maps, and Google is just going to say 'it's not our fault' or 'it's down to the user,' then we have no choice but to conclude that Google's system itself is a form of prejudice," said Toru Matsuoka, a member of Japan's upper house of parliament. Asked about its stance on the issue, Google responded with a formal statement that "we deeply care about human rights and have no intention to violate them"…