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Far-Right Sanseito Surges, Shakes Japan's Political Landscape

8/29/2025

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The far-right party Sanseito increased its seats from 1 to 15 in recent elections in Japan.
Led by Kamiya Sohei, the party advocates a nationalist agenda and promotes vaccination conspiracy theories.
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party lost its Upper House majority, prompting calls for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation.
Sanseito's rise is fueled by voter concerns over immigration and economic issues.

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Story summary

The far-right party Sanseito increased its seats from 1 to 15 in recent elections in Japan.
Led by Kamiya Sohei, the party advocates a nationalist agenda and promotes vaccination conspiracy theories.
The ruling Liberal Democratic Party lost its Upper House majority, prompting calls for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's resignation.
Sanseito's rise is fueled by voter concerns over immigration and economic issues.