Over 470 gearing up to run in Japan’s Upper House election

Over 470 gearing up to run in Japan's Upper House election

Over 470 gearing up to run in Japan’s Upper House election On June 25, 2025, a survey by The Japan Times revealed that over 470 candidates are preparing to contest the July 20 House of Councillors election, a pivotal moment for Japan’s political landscape as Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s minority government faces a crucial test. […]