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Takaichi Set to Become Japan's First Female Prime Minister

Published OCT 4

Takaichi Set to Become Japan's First Female Prime Minister

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Above: Sanae Takaichi celebrates after winning the LDP leadership election on Oct.4, 2025. Image credit: Kim Kyung-Hoon/Pool/Getty Images

The Spin

Narrative A

Takaichi's victory is a hollow breakthrough that won't advance women's rights. Her conservative agenda opposes dual surname laws and female imperial succession while maintaining traditional family values that restrict women's choices.

Narrative B

Takaichi's historic win shatters Japan's ultimate glass ceiling and demonstrates the LDP's evolution. Her policy expertise and strong grassroots support across 30 prefectures prove she has the mandate to revitalize the party and transform Japan.

Metaculus Prediction

The Controversies

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The Japan TimesSEP 27

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Japan ruling party picks new leader, likely to become countrys first female Prime Minister

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Japan Wire by Kyodo NewsSEP 27

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