Key Facts
• July 20, 2025: Sera Masanori ran as an independent in Osaka’s Upper House election.
• July 21, 2025: Sera revealed he declined celebrity support to avoid potential backlash.
• Sera utilized social media and began street speeches on July 12, 2025.
• He garnered 252,914 votes but failed to secure a seat.
• Musician Ryudo Uzaki sent Sera a supportive message during the campaign.
• Sera expressed gratitude for Uzaki’s encouragement despite his election loss.
Summary
Sera Masanori, a musician and independent candidate in Osaka’s Upper House election, disclosed on July 21, 2025, that he declined support from fellow entertainers to shield them from potential criticism. Despite leveraging his popularity and starting street speeches on July 12, he received 252,914 votes but did not win. During the campaign, Sera received a message of encouragement from senior musician Ryudo Uzaki, which deeply moved him. Following his loss, Sera thanked Uzaki, who praised his efforts and urged him to stay true to himself.
