Key Facts
• Voting for the 27th Japanese Upper House election began this morning.
• As of 10 AM, voter turnout reached 6.62%, up 0.45 points from the previous election.
• 20.58% of eligible voters (21,450,220 people) cast early votes by July 18.
• The election will fill 125 seats, including 124 regular seats and 1 vacancy in Tokyo.
• Key issues include inflation measures, social security, and foreign policy.
• The ruling coalition aims to secure 50 seats to maintain a majority.
• Voting closes at 8 PM tonight, with results expected by early July 21.
Summary
The 27th Japanese Upper House election commenced this morning, with voter turnout at 6.62% by 10 AM, a 0.45-point increase from the previous election. Over 20% of eligible voters had already participated through early voting. The election will determine 125 seats, with inflation, social security, and foreign policy as key issues. The ruling coalition’s ability to secure 50 seats to maintain a majority is a critical focus. Voting concludes at 8 PM, with results anticipated by early July 21.
