Mourners throng Abe's wake as his party secures sombre Japan election win
A private funeral for Abe, who resigned in 2020 and was Japan's longest-serving premier, is scheduled for today.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Japan's ruling coalition makes strong election showing after Abe killing
The strong showing could help Kishida consolidate his rule as he looks to steer Japan's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Polls suggest Japan's ruling bloc will cling to election majority
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida aims to win a clear voter mandate to press ahead with his coronavirus response.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Japan PM dissolves lower house for Oct. 31 national election
The last lower house election was held in 2017 under former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Japan heads to polls in snap election
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, speaks at an election campaign rally in Tokyo, Japan.
Sun Oct 22 2017
Japan votes in poll likely to eject ruling party
Media surveys show the Liberal Democratic Party on course for a convincing victory in the lower-house election.
Sun Dec 16 2012
Japan election candidates make final pitches
Hundreds of candidates vying for a seat in Japan's parliament made their final pitches.
Sat Dec 15 2012