Key Facts
• December 7: Ito mayoral election announced after former mayor’s dismissal.
• Record-breaking nine candidates, surpassing the previous high of five in 1947.
• Candidates’ key promises include tourism, clean politics, and economic revitalization.
• Election commission increased poster boards from 10 to 14 to accommodate candidates.
• Citizens express difficulty in evaluating all candidates within a week.
• High school students, without voting rights, created posters to raise election awareness.
• Posters highlight voting details and potential for a runoff if no candidate secures 25% of votes.
• Voting and counting scheduled for December 14, 2025.
Summary
The Ito mayoral election, announced on December 7, 2025, has drawn a record nine candidates, surpassing the previous high of five in 1947. This unprecedented number has left citizens struggling to evaluate all candidates within the limited campaign period. Key campaign promises include boosting tourism, ensuring clean governance, and addressing local economic challenges. The election commission has expanded poster boards to accommodate the candidates, while local high school students have actively contributed by creating awareness posters, despite not having voting rights. These posters provide essential voting details and explain the possibility of a runoff election. The election will conclude with voting and counting on December 14, 2025.
