Sohei Kamiya, the charismatic leader of Japan's nationalist Sanseito party, emerged as a major force in the recent upper house election. His "Japanese First" platform, echoing Donald Trump's populist rhetoric,

Anti-establishment parties focused on wages, immigration and an unresponsive political elite struck a chord with working-age people in Japan.

Exit polls indicate a potential loss of majority for Japan's ruling coalition, undermining Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's position. As Japan grapples with rising costs and social issues, a populist party surges,

Sanseitō, an ultranationalist populist party, gained in Japan’s elections after framing immigration as a central issue.

The loss on Sunday left the Liberal Democrats a minority party in both houses of Parliament, while two new nationalist parties surged.

Exit polls indicate Japan's ruling coalition may lose its majority in the upper house, escalating political instability. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's grip weakens, further challenged by a looming tariff deadline with the U.

Japan,a fascinating country with a rich cultural and historical legacy, stands as a remarkable blend of the ancient and the modern. This island nation has a past steeped in both triumphs and struggles.

Many constituents, frustrated with the current state of affairs, have turned away from the LDP and are seeking possibilities in newer and smaller parties.

Gold prices edged higher in early Asian trading on Monday, driven by rising investor caution over impending U.S. trade tariffs and Japan’s shifting political landscape following a key election result.

Japanese voters are participating in a crucial upper house election that could determine the fate of Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's leadership amidst rising inflation and trade tensions with the US.