Ogura, the only minister in charge of the declining birthrate in his 40s, took over his duties from former Minister Noda on the afternoon of the 12th.
When former Minister Noda said, "Congratulations on entering the cabinet for the first time," Minister Ogura responded, "Thanks to the training I received as a parliamentary secretary when I was Minister for Internal Affairs and Communications Noda."
In addition, former Minister Noda commented on the establishment of the Children and Family Agency in April next year, saying, "Since it has already started for April, I expect that energy will be firmly injected into it. I am on the side of women, mothers. I've been on the side of , but I have to overcome the current wall while maintaining a balance as a man.
On the other hand, Minister Ogura expressed his ambition, saying, "I have been given various paths under former Minister Noda. I am a modest person, but I want to do my best so that I can realize my thoughts."