Japanese voters will participate in a snap election on February 8, called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, the country’s first female prime minister. With over 1,200 candidates vying for 465 seats in the House of Representatives, key issues include rising living costs, slow economic growth, and immigration. The election is crucial for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which seeks to recover from recent scandals. Takaichi aims to advance economic reforms and strengthen Japan’s defense amid regional tensions.
