Key Facts
• Mayoral elections in Ito and Shimada featured one-on-one contests.
• In Shimada, incumbent Kinuyo Someya (70) won her fourth term.
• Someya emphasized utilizing local resources to boost the economy.
• In Ito, newcomer and former city councilor Maki Takubo (55) defeated the incumbent.
• Takubo highlighted public demand for political change in her victory speech.
• Election winners will receive their certificates on May 26, 2025.
Summary
The mayoral elections in Ito and Shimada concluded with contrasting outcomes. In Shimada, incumbent Kinuyo Someya secured her fourth term, pledging to maximize local resources and revitalize the economy. Meanwhile, in Ito, newcomer Maki Takubo achieved her first victory by defeating the incumbent, reflecting public demand for political change. Certificates of election will be issued to the winners on May 26, 2025.
