Dragon Ball Z fans may be surprised to learn that Japan's new prime minister is a familiar face, not only in politics but also for an unusual moment when he dressed up as Majin Buu ! Shigeru Ishiba , formerly Minister of Defense, gained notoriety in the geek community when, during a previous campaign, he decided to cosplay as the pink villain from Dragon Ball Z for a public speech. Now, he holds the highest office in the Japanese government.
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Ishiba was chosen as the new prime minister after an internal vote within the Liberal Democratic Party, which has governed Japan since the end of World War II. His rise came at a turbulent time, following the departure of Fumio Kishida , whose popularity plummeted due to a series of political scandals.
Known for his seriousness and experience in national security, Ishiba promises a government focused on economic and political stability. However, his main goals are to combat the rising inflation plaguing the country and to deal with the devaluation of the yen, the Japanese currency.
Although he displayed a more relaxed side when dressing up as Majin Buu, Shigeru Ishiba faces the challenge of demonstrating the strength of a true leader. His popularity among anime fans could be a positive point, bringing young people closer to politics.
Source: JP