#Japan consumption tax cut 2026 election

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Japan Consumption Tax Cut 2026 Election: PM Takaichi’s High-Stakes Gambit

Japan's political parties are proposing consumption tax cuts ahead of the February 8, 2026 election. Explore how PM Takaichi's LDP plans to influence voters and the economic risks involved.

Jan 18, 2026