Japan’s First Female Prime Minister Takes Office: LDP–Ishin Alliance Reshapes Political Landscape

Takaichi cabinet

Sanae Takaichi made history as Japan’s 104th Prime Minister and the country’s first female leader. Her cabinet reflects a careful balance of party factions, loyal allies, and strategic partnerships, most notably with the reform-oriented Nippon Ishin no Kai (Japan Innovation Party). 

GR Japan dives into the composition of the Takaichi Cabinet, the new LDP–Ishin coalition, and the opportunities and challenges facing the administration—from economic reform and social-security policy to national security and Japan’s role on the global stage.

Read the full report in the attached PDF to explore how Takaichi’s leadership and the new coalition could reshape Japan’s political landscape, influence key policy decisions, and impact the country’s economic and security priorities in the months ahead. Don’t miss these critical insights into the future of Japanese governance.