Kishida faction officially disbands after 67 years of history following political funding scandal. Prime Minister Kishida left the group last month due to issues surrounding a faction's political funding party, and currently 46 members belong to the group. Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Rintaro Ishibashi: "I completely agree with them.'' I will continue to cherish my relationships with the members of the Diet, and continue to improve my skills by exchanging information and receiving advice from them"