Takaichi's Kumamoto trip sparks criticism; PM's office denies 3-minute stay

worldjournal.com (Chinese)

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi's visit to earthquake-hit Kumamoto sparked controversy after official videos drew criticism as PR stunts; officials denied rumors she stayed only three minutes. The Cabinet Office posted a 1-minute-53-second video with background music, drawing comparisons to promotional material. A photo of Takaichi praying was criticized as staged. Officials clarified she spent 51 minutes at a shelter, not three. Opposition lawmakers, including Renho, condemned the official posts. Similar background-music videos were published under previous administrations, including Ishiba's 2024 Noto visit.


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