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In-Depth Conversation with Political Leaders for the 2025 Upper House Election

As Japan approaches the upcoming Upper House election on July 3, 2025, interest in the political landscape continues to rise. Dwango Co., Ltd. is leading the charge with an exclusive series of long-form interviews featuring the leaders of six political parties and regional factions. This special program, titled "Exploring Political Aspirations: Interviews with Six Party Leaders in Japan's 2025 Upper House Election," will be broadcast on July 2, 2025, starting at 3 PM (JST) via the Niconico Live streaming service.

Overview of the Program

The live broadcast will dive into thought-provoking questions aimed at capturing the essence of each leader's policies and aspirations. The six political entities participating are:

• - NHK Party
• - The Road to Renewal
• - Team Mirai (Future)
• - Japan Reform Party
• - Japan Seishin Party
• - Independent Alliance

Each interview, conducted by Niconico's own Isao Nanao, will last approximately 40 minutes, allowing for a comprehensive exploration of each party's aims and agendas ahead of the election.

What to Expect

Dwango aims to deliver a clear and user-friendly understanding of each political party's stance through engaging conversations that reflect a unique perspective only seen on Niconico. This initiative symbolizes Dwango’s commitment to supporting informed civic engagement.

Details for the special show:

• - Date: July 2, 2025
• - Time: 3 PM – 7 PM (projected end time)
• - Interviewer: Isao Nanao (Niconico)

Prominent Party Leaders Involved:

• - Takahiro Yasuno, Leader of Team Mirai
• - Shinji Ishimaru, Representative of The Road to Renewal
• - Satoru Utsumi, Representative of Independent Alliance
• - Ryoji Kutsuzawa, Representative of Japan Reform Party
• - Takashi Tachibana, Leader of NHK Party
• - Toshiaki Yoshino, Leader of Japan Seishin Party

After the live broadcast, individual interview videos will be available, starting at 6 PM (JST), allowing for easy access to each leader’s thoughts and plans. These recordings will be accessible on both Niconico Video and the official Niconico News YouTube channel.

• - Live Broadcast URL: Niconico Live
• - Official YouTube Channel: Niconico News YouTube

Conclusion

With the stakes high and significant changes on the horizon, these interviews offer a rare glimpse into the ambitions that will shape Japan’s political future. Stay informed about your candidates and their platforms through this pivotal broadcast.