Key Facts
• Yokohama mayoral election announced due to term expiration.
• Six candidates filed nominations: Takeharu Yamanaka (52), Tokumi Takahashi (56), Yasuo Tanaka (69), Naoaki Saito (60), Masatake Koyama (76), Atsushi Fukuyama (36).
• Incumbent Mayor Yamanaka’s four-year administration is a key evaluation point.
• Election coincides with Upper House voting on July 20, limiting campaign activities near polling stations.
• Voting and ballot counting scheduled for August 3.
Summary
The Yokohama mayoral election has officially begun, with six candidates, including incumbent Takeharu Yamanaka, vying for the position. The election’s primary focus is on evaluating Yamanaka’s four-year term. This election is unique as it coincides with the Upper House election on July 20, leading to restrictions on campaign activities near polling stations under election law. The final voting and counting will take place on August 3.
