On the 15th of this month, an extraordinary session of the Japanese Diet will be convened; a focal point of the political landscape as the next Prime Minister shall be elected. The timing has required considerable negotiation, made more complicated by the sudden nature of the session. The new PM's selection is expected to affect the overall political dynamics in Japan and beyond. The identity of possible candidates remains undisclosed.

In Japan, the selection of a new Prime Minister is a much-anticipated event and a topic of wide discussion, as the elected official will lead the government and make key decisions on behalf of Japan. Social values of transparency and fairness are highly regarded in such proceedings. In the lead-up to the session, citizens, influencers, and specialists on TV shows and online platforms engage in rigorous debates about who might take the helm.

Like the USA or European Union, Prime Ministerial elections are pivotal and have far-reaching implications. Laws and policies enacted by the Prime Minister can influence not just domestic affairs but also international relations. However, unlike the USA where the President is directly elected by the people, in Japan (and like in many EU countries), the Prime Minister is elected by members of the Diet.