The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) of Japan has issued a request for restraint in responding to public opinion polls on the party's presidential election. The self-restraint move is seen as an attempt to manage internal democratic procedures and to avoid swaying election outcomes based on the publicly broadcast results. This sets a new trend in the party's approach to decision-making and the conduct of internal elections.

In Japan, the request for self-restraint is seen as a considerable shift in political culture. The LDP holds significant control over the government, and its internal politics often reflect larger political trends. The public considers the choices and decisions within the LDP as critical to understanding the country's overall direction, which is why requests for self-restraint from opinion polls make national headlines.

Unlike in Japan, internal party voting processes in the US or EU are typically not subject to the same degree of public scrutiny and regulation. In these contexts, political parties frequently rely on polls for decision making. The LDP's move to limit influence from public opinion can be considered unique to Japan's political culture and place greater emphasis on internal dynamics.