Japan – The Politics Society

The Power Behind The U.S.-Japan Alliance

On March 19, 2026, U.S. President Donald J. Trump met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House. They announced a series of…

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March 31, 2026

Features / In the Zeitgeist

How Takaichi’s Premiership Redefines the U.S.–Japan–China Triangle

When Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female prime minister in October 2025, she wasted no time signaling her priorities. Within days of taking office, she…

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November 4, 2025

In the Zeitgeist

Japanese Election 2021: Is Japan a De Facto One Party State?

On October 31st, 2021, Japan had an emergency snap election. This election was thought to be the likely downfall of the ruling party, the Liberal Democratic…

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December 7, 2021