The nation set to elect woman prime minister in landmark first
In the past twenty years, the country has seen over ten leaders.
Actually, a specialist likens assuming the nation's top job to taking a "poisoned chalice".
However, what is the reason does Japan keep changing prime ministers? It's due in part of it being a "single-party system", says Prof James Brown of Temple University Japan.
The Liberal Democratic Party's control on the political landscape means the main political competition originates inside the party, instead of from external parties.
"Therefore inside the LDP there are vicious struggles within various groups - they all desire their own faction to secure the leadership position."
"Thus although you could be selected as prime minister, the moment you're in power, you have many individuals scheming to try to get you out again."
Main Reasons Behind Rapid Turnover
- Single-party rule limits external competition
- Party infighting drive power struggles
- The prime minister's position is often described as a "poisoned chalice"
- Political stability remains difficult to achieve despite economic strength
