A new political organization in Japan that opposes immigration, gender equality and the pacifist Constitution is gaining traction, particularly on social media, but its ultimate intentions remain unclear.
The Osaka-based Nippon Ishin faces a long final jump in order to achieve its goal of winning enough seats in the next general election to become Japan’s main opposition force.
NAGASAKI Following a rare split within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, Kengo Oishi won the Nagasaki gubernatorial election on Feb. 20 and became the youngest governor in Japan.
Japan’s lawmakers each receive ¥1 million per month to help pay for things such as postage and transportation, regardless of how many days the recipient works.
Though the LDP maintained a stable majority, Osaka-based Nippon Ishin no Kai was the biggest winner in the election, securing 41 seats 31 more than its previous 10.