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Protesters Demand Takaichi's Resignation Over Taiwan Remarks

11/17/2025

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On November 16, 2025, over 100 Japanese residents protested outside Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's residence in Tokyo.
They demanded her resignation and an apology for remarks on Taiwan, which they viewed as interference in China's internal affairs.
Protesters chanted "Takaichi step down" and called for prioritizing livelihoods over military expansion.
Turnout was about 120 participants.
Takaichi's remarks drew backlash from several Japanese lawmakers and former prime ministers who called for a retraction.

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On November 16, 2025, over 100 Japanese residents protested outside Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's residence in Tokyo.
They demanded her resignation and an apology for remarks on Taiwan, which they viewed as interference in China's internal affairs.
Protesters chanted "Takaichi step down" and called for prioritizing livelihoods over military expansion.
Turnout was about 120 participants.
Takaichi's remarks drew backlash from several Japanese lawmakers and former prime ministers who called for a retraction.