#Japan snap election

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Japan's First Female PM Gambles on Snap Winter Election

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calls unusual winter snap election amid heavy snowfall, seeking stronger mandate for LDP-Ishin coalition. 103 million voters decide.

Feb 8, 2026

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi during a press conference

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Sanae Takaichi Japan Snap Election 2026: A High-Stakes Gamble for Stability

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi calls for a snap election on Feb 8, 2026. Explore the impact of her 122T yen budget and inflation policies on Japan's political future.

Jan 22, 2026