On the 19th, when Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi officially announced the dissolution of the House of Representatives at the outset of the ordinary Diet session, voters in the Ishikari district expressed mixed reactions to the sudden general election. With the prospect of the new fiscal year’s budget bill, including measures against inflation, becoming difficult to pass within the fiscal year, some voiced doubts, asking “why now?” There were also numerous demands regarding regional challenges such as population decline and labor shortages.
House of Representatives
The House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the United States Congress, established by the Constitution in 1789. It is composed of representatives elected from congressional districts based on state population, with its primary powers including initiating revenue bills and impeaching federal officials.
Ishikari district
Ishikari district is a coastal region located in western Hokkaido, Japan, centered around the city of Ishikari. Historically, it was inhabited by the indigenous Ainu people before significant Japanese settlement began during the Meiji era’s development of Hokkaido in the late 19th century. Today, it is known for its fishing industry, particularly for scallops and salmon, and features natural sites like the Ishikari Bay.
