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Hyogo Governor Saito Motohiko will lose his job again if he “bribes” the election or violates the Public Offices Election Act, and suspicions of paying for social media strategies for the election are growing.

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Criticism of Japan’s Ministry of Finance Surges 15x on X After Election

After Japan's October 27 election, replies to the Ministry of Finance's X posts surged 15x, with many demanding reforms or abolition.
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Hyogo Prefectural Assembly Seeks Public Election Law Reform to Address SNS Damage

Hyogo Prefecture considers revising election laws to prevent misinformation and slander on social media, spurred by gubernatorial election issues.
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Chinese Consul General’s Post Supporting Reiwa Shinsengumi Deemed Inappropriate

The Japanese government condemned the Chinese Consul General's post urging Reiwa Shinsengumi votes, calling it highly inappropriate.
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Governor Saito Denies Election Law Violation Amid SNS Campaign Payment Claims

Governor Saito responds to allegations of illegal payments to ad companies during his SNS election campaign, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs raising concerns.
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Harris Campaign Struggles to Raise Funds After Presidential Election Loss

Despite raising over $1 billion, Harris' campaign continues to ask for donations after the election due to high advertising costs and mounting debts.
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Retirement Tax Revisions: Government Explores Salaryman Tax Increase

The Government Tax Commission begins talks on revising retirement benefit taxation, sparking concerns over a potential salaryman tax hike.
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China Set to Resume Short-Term Visa Exemptions for Japanese Visitors

China is finalizing plans to resume short-term visa exemptions for Japanese visitors, following a meeting between President Xi and Prime Minister Ishiba.
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Okutani Chairman Denies Family Business Link to Bankruptcy and Saito Controversy

Chairman Okutani denies rumors linking his relative's bankruptcy to personal grudge against Governor Saito, calling it "not a family business."
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Japan’s Economic Measures to Total 39 Trillion Yen, Focusing on Wages and Price Hikes

Japan's government will approve economic measures worth 39 trillion yen, focusing on wage increases, price hikes, and subsidies for utilities.
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Fujita Supports Unconventional Election Strategy in Hyogo Gubernatorial Race

Japan Restoration Party's Fujita praised Takafumi Tachibana's unique strategy of supporting a rival in the Hyogo governor race.
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Democratic Party for the People Proposes Crypto Tax Cuts in Reform Plan

Yuichiro Tamaki proposes a tax reform plan, including reducing cryptocurrency tax from 55% to 20% for income under separate reporting.