Key Facts
• August 1, 2025: Sansei Party leader Sohei Kamiya held a press conference in parliament.
• Kamiya criticized media for manipulative reporting and defended his party’s actions.
• July 2025: Kanagawa Shimbun reporter was denied access due to alleged disruptive behavior.
• Kamiya refused to apologize, citing the audience’s right to hear political messages.
• Kamiya proposed stricter media regulations if biased reporting persists.
• Sansei Party plans to assign dedicated staff for media relations.
• Future press conference attendance will require prior registration.
• Kamiya emphasized fair reporting with balanced perspectives on party activities.
Summary
Sansei Party leader Sohei Kamiya addressed media conduct during an August 1, 2025, press conference, criticizing manipulative reporting and defending his party’s decision to deny a Kanagawa Shimbun reporter access in July. Kamiya argued that disruptive behavior infringes on the audience’s right to hear political messages. He refused to apologize but acknowledged management shortcomings, pledging improvements, including assigning dedicated media staff. Kamiya called for balanced reporting and warned of potential legal measures against biased media practices. The party will require prior registration for press conference attendance to ensure order and transparency.
