Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan’s First Female Prime Minister
Tokyo (Japan). Sanae Takaichi was elected as Japan’s first female prime minister on October 21, 2025. She was chosen by the National Diet, marking a historic moment in Japan’s political history. Takaichi received 237 votes in the Lower House and 125 votes in the Upper House. Her victory ended decades of male-only leadership in Japan. The … Read more