Voters across Japan braved fresh snowfall on Sunday to participate in parliamentary elections, a crucial moment for Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who hopes a significant victory will empower her struggling party to advance an ambitious conservative agenda.
The nationwide vote commenced amidst wintry conditions, including in Tokyo. Weeks of record snowfall in northern Japan, which has blocked roads and been linked to dozens of fatalities, raised concerns about potential disruptions to voting or delays in counting in the hardest-hit regions.
