Local Revitalization and Politics in the Abe Era

Kamiyama, Tokushima, saw some success in creating IT-powered economic vitality in its rural setting. (© Kozo/Pixta)

Construction continues in Henoko despite Okinawan opposition to the project. (© Jiji)

Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko, at left, in 2020, and Hashimoto Tōru, here shown campaigning for the joint Osaka mayoral and gubernatorial elections in November 2015. (© Jiji)