Recently, it has been suggested that Japan's Prime Minister may be considering stepping down, supposedly in response to advice from Mr. Suga, a notable influencer present in the administration. The specifics of when, where, and how this decision came about are not yet clear. It is also currently uncertain why exactly this advice may have been provided, but the headline points to a potentially significant reshuffle in Japan's political scene.

Political resignations in Japan, and the reasons behind them, are often a topic of keen interest and speculation. As a society that values honor and respect, a Prime Minister's resignation is often seen as a significant event, taken as accepting responsibility and accountability for their actions or the actions of their administration. It may be a result of dissatisfaction with their performance, a general societal or political shift, or an effort to protect the honor of their position or party.

Akin to Japan, political resignations in the US or EU also carry weight, but reasons behind them may vary. In the west, resignations are typically associated with scandal or failure, while in Japan, it may also serve as a way to prompt 'renewal' or change for the sake of the party or people. The advisor's role in the decision may be viewed differently in both regions, with western societies often attributing resignations to personal decisions rather than advice.