It’s official — incumbent Yuriko Koike won a third term as governor of the nation’s capital, with Tokyoites choosing to keep her in office for another four years.
In a surprising turn of events, dark horse Shinji Ishimaru, the former mayor of the city of Akitakata in Hiroshima Prefecture, placed second, a position that was long thought to be guaranteed for high-profile liberal politician Renho, who placed third.
“Thanks to your strong support, I have been entrusted with the leadership of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government for a third term,” Koike said at her office on Sunday night. “I am deeply grateful to all of you who supported my election campaign in this hot weather ... (and) to all those involved in the campaign for your passionate support.”
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