Support Frays for Japan PM Takaichi Over Controversial Laws The recent opinion polls in Japan are a stark reminder that even seemingly impregnable leaders can fall from favor when they fail to connect with the public on pressing issues.
For Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, approval ratings have plummeted, and analysts wonder what went wrong.
Takaichi's troubles began soon after she took office in February, when she prioritized conservative causes over everyday Japanese citizens' concerns.