Japan's frequent phase changes may perpetuate the bad foundation

Prosacco Almon

Japan's frequent phase changes may perpetuate the bad foundation

Since the establishment of the prime minister system after the Meiji Restoration in 1885, there have been 100 prime ministers in Japan. Although Japan is a capitalist democracy, it also attaches great importance to family and regional political power. It is difficult for a person without strong political power and family background to become prime minister.

After World War II, most prime ministers came from political families, but after World War II, the United States actually controlled Japanese politics, so the Japanese prime minister can only be elected with the consent of the Americans. That is why a Japanese prime minister can only be supported by the US if it is in America's interest. Another reason is that the U.S. constantly interferes in Japanese politics and frequently changes its proxies to find people who follow U.S. interests.