Key Facts
• September 11, 2025: Mayor Shingo Haraguchi, 65, announces re-election bid.
• Kurume City mayoral election: January 18, 2026 (announcement), January 25, 2026 (voting).
• Haraguchi is the first to declare candidacy for this election.
• Running as an independent, focusing on COVID-19 and flood control achievements.
• Emphasized addressing population decline and promoting regional growth.
• Haraguchi stated his mission is to continue responsible city governance.
Summary
Shingo Haraguchi, the current mayor of Kurume City in Fukuoka Prefecture, officially announced his candidacy for re-election on September 11, 2025. The election is scheduled for January 25, 2026, with the announcement period beginning on January 18. Haraguchi, 65, is running as an independent and is the first to declare his candidacy. Highlighting his achievements in COVID-19 measures and flood control, he also stressed the importance of tackling population decline and fostering regional growth. Haraguchi expressed his commitment to continuing responsible city governance as his primary mission.
