Key Facts
• October 6, 2025: Eight party leaders appeared live on Fuji TV’s “Sunday Report THE PRIME.”
• Debate topic: “Foreigners’ real estate purchases” and related regulations.
• Reiwa Shinsengumi’s Akiko Oishi expressed dissatisfaction with the moderator’s speaking order.
• Moderator Toshiyuki Matsuyama first called on Sanseitō leader Sohei Kamiya.
• Oishi criticized the program for allegedly favoring anti-foreigner rhetoric.
• Matsuyama denied Oishi’s claims, leading to a heated exchange.
• Oishi also challenged Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura on inflation measures.
• During the final segment, Oishi raised her hand but was not given time to speak.
• Anchor Yaeko Umezawa apologized for time constraints, ending the segment.
Summary
During a live debate on Fuji TV’s “Sunday Report THE PRIME,” Reiwa Shinsengumi co-leader Akiko Oishi criticized the moderator’s speaking order, claiming it favored anti-foreigner rhetoric. The discussion centered on regulating foreigners’ real estate purchases, with Oishi voicing frustration after being called to speak last despite raising her hand first. Moderator Toshiyuki Matsuyama denied any bias, sparking a heated exchange. Oishi also challenged Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura on inflation policies. In the final segment, Oishi was not given time to speak, prompting an apology from anchor Yaeko Umezawa. The debate highlighted tensions over discussion dynamics and policy priorities ahead of the July 20 Upper House election.
