Key Facts
• Special poll conducted on July 12–13 for July 20 Upper House election.
• 40% undecided in electoral districts, 30% undecided in proportional representation.
• Election districts divided into seven regions for analysis.
• NHK General TV to broadcast campaign speeches; schedules vary by region.
• Hokkaido: July 15–17, 7:30 AM; Aomori: July 16–17, 7:30 AM.
• Tokyo: Until July 15, weekdays at 6:04 AM; July 16, 2:05 PM.
• Osaka: Until July 11, 1:05 PM; July 14–17, 6:04 AM.
• Hiroshima: July 15–17, 7:30 AM; Fukuoka: July 14–17, 7:30 AM.
• Full broadcast schedule subject to changes by NHK.
• Related analysis includes early estimates of party seat distribution.
Summary
A special poll by Mainichi Shimbun analyzed midterm trends for Japan’s Upper House election, scheduled for July 20. The survey, conducted on July 12–13, revealed significant voter indecision, with 40% undecided in electoral districts and 30% in proportional representation. Campaign speeches will be broadcast on NHK General TV, with schedules varying by region. For instance, Hokkaido’s broadcasts are set for July 15–17 at 7:30 AM, while Tokyo’s run until July 15 at 6:04 AM on weekdays. The analysis divides election districts into seven regions, highlighting potential shifts in voter sentiment. The broadcast schedule is subject to changes, and related reports provide insights into early party seat projections.
