Citizens across Japan are voting under harsh winter conditions in snap elections called by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
According to recent polls, Takaichi’s ruling coalition is expected to secure a decisive victory, signaling strong public backing for her leadership. The elections mark the first time in 36 years that Japan has held parliamentary voting during the winter season.
Prime Minister Takaichi called for early elections to seek a direct mandate from voters after assuming leadership of her party. Political analysts view the move as an attempt to consolidate power and strengthen her government’s legitimacy.
The coalition between the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Japan Innovation Party is projected to win around 300 out of 465 seats in the Lower House. Such a result would represent a significant political comeback after the coalition previously lost its majority due to political scandals and rising living costs, which had weakened public trust.
Despite challenging weather conditions, voter turnout is expected to remain steady, highlighting the importance of these elections for Japan’s political stability and economic direction.
