【Video】Unified local elections 9th vote counting, candidates' voices of victoryApril 4 9:20

The counting of votes for the first half of the unified local elections has begun.

We will continue to report on the voices of candidates in the gubernatorial elections of nine prefectures and mayoral elections in six ordinance-designated cities through videos.

Unified Local Elections 2023 Special Website

Unified local elections are held once every four years. Voting will be held on April 4 for the first half and April 1 for the second half. There are more than 4 elections for mayors and councillors of local governments nationwide. On the special website, we will update and post information on local elections, candidates, and the latest news.

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In the Kanagawa gubernatorial election, in which three newcomers challenged the incumbent, incumbent Yuji Kuroiwa, an independent endorsed by the prefectural government, was ensured to win the election for the fourth time.

20:05 Oita gubernatorial election Juichiro Sato's first election is certain

The Oita gubernatorial election, the first contest between newcomers in 20 years, ensured the first election of former Oita Mayor Juichiro Sato, who was endorsed by the LDP and Komeito prefectural headquarters.

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