Key Facts
• Social media is a critical tool in the Oita Senate election.
• Five candidates are running in Oita: Akira Shirasaka (58), Shinsuke Nonaka (38), Masao Abe (46), Taizo Ninomiya (54), and Tadachi Yoshida (69).
• Shirasaka’s team uses daily videos to highlight interactions with supporters.
• Yoshida’s team uploads videos showcasing his policies and personality, supported by 15 staff members.
• Nonaka, also a YouTuber, relies on volunteers for social media content.
• Ninomiya focuses solely on video distribution, avoiding street speeches.
• Abe shares street speech videos recorded by supporters.
• All candidates aim to increase recognition and attract younger voters.
Summary
In the Oita Senate election, all five candidates are actively using social media to promote their policies and connect with voters. Akira Shirasaka’s team focuses on daily videos to enhance recognition, while Tadachi Yoshida’s team highlights his personality and policies with the help of 15 staff members. Shinsuke Nonaka, a YouTuber, collaborates with volunteers to share street speech content. Taizo Ninomiya avoids public speeches, relying solely on video distribution, and Masao Abe shares supporter-recorded videos of his speeches. These efforts aim to boost visibility and attract younger demographics, showcasing the growing importance of social media in modern elections.
