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Japan Times

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LDP-backed Genta Koja wins Okinawa gubernatorial election

Media reports, including by NHK, citing exit polls said Koja had bested incumbent Gov. Denny Tamaki, who had been vying for a third term.

Japan Times·9 hours ago

Voters head to polls in key Okinawa gubernatorial race

While the ruling LDP seeks to regain the governor's seat for the first time in 12 years, Tamaki is vying for his third term.

Japan Times·2 days ago

China threat erodes Japanese anger over U.S. bases ahead of vote

Voters in Okinawa have long bristled over hosting U.S. military bases, but a growing acceptance for a stronger military to counter threats from China is changing the calculus.

Japan Times·3 days ago

LDP-backed Koja has slight lead over incumbent Tamaki in Okinawa gubernatorial vote

The two candidates are neck and neck, media polls show.