Officials balancing politics and corruption in a fractured city.
The mayor of Kyoto in 2008.
The 125th Emperor of Japan, reigning from 1989 to 2019, Emperor Akihito fostered a legacy of peace, compassion, and efforts to bridge Japan's modern identity with its historic traditions
Japan's 50th Emperor (736 CE - 806 CE)
A progressive but often polarizing figure, Fujikawa Naoto has held office in Osaka since 2006. His tenure is marked by efforts to modernize public transit and tackle corruption, though his policies have often clashed with powerful figures.
Fukunaga Kenpachi is the mayor of Nagoya (2008)
A pragmatic leader with a strong focus on economic development, Nakamura Hiroshi has governed Aichi since 2004. He is widely regarded as a steady hand in Nagoya’s industrial growth, though his administration has faced criticism.
As the regional overseer of Kansai, Takamura Eiji wields significant influence across Osaka, Kyoto, and other prefectures. Known for his charisma and strategic mind, he often serves as a mediator between conflicting interests in the region.
