Japan 2021 General Election
Japanese general election held October 2021. The LDP retained power and Fumio Kishida became prime minister.
Japan 2021 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in Japan.
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Winner profile
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Election Result
Clear outcome summary for this recorded election.
The LDP-led coalition retained control of the lower house, allowing Kishida to consolidate his new premiership.
At a Glance
The Japan 2021 General Election took place in 2021 in Japan. The election determined who would hold the office of House of Representatives.
Fumio Kishida won the election. Voter turnout was reported at 55.9%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Fumio Kishida and Shinzo Abe.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2021
- Country
- Japan
- Office Contested
- House of Representatives
- Winner
- Fumio Kishida
- Turnout
- 55.9%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
The LDP-led coalition retained control of the lower house, allowing Kishida to consolidate his new premiership.
Quick Facts
- Won by Fumio Kishida
- Voter turnout: 55.9%
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2021
- office contested
- House of Representatives
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Japan
Constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. Third-largest economy globally, dominated by the LDP since 1955.
Fumio Kishida
Prime Minister of Japan 2021-2024. LDP member and former Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Shinzo Abe
Prime Minister of Japan from 2012 to 2020. Longest-serving prime minister in Japanese history.
Prime Minister of Japan
Head of government of Japan. Designated by the National Diet, typically the leader of the majority party in the House of Representatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the Japan 2021 General Election?
- The Japan 2021 General Election was won by Fumio Kishida. Fumio Kishida ran as the candidate of Liberal Democratic Party.
- What was the voter turnout for the Japan 2021 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the Japan 2021 General Election was 55.9%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the Japan 2021 General Election take place?
- The Japan 2021 General Election took place in 2021. Electoral timing in Japan is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the Japan 2021 General Election?
- The Japan 2021 General Election determined who would hold the office of House of Representatives. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the Japan 2021 General Election?
- The Japan 2021 General Election was held in Japan. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the Japan 2021 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the Japan 2021 General Election, including Fumio Kishida, Shinzo Abe. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the Japan 2021 General Election?
- The LDP-led coalition retained control of the lower house, allowing Kishida to consolidate his new premiership.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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Constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. Third-largest economy globally, dominated by the LDP since 1955.
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Prime Minister of Japan 2021-2024. LDP member and former Minister of Foreign Affairs.
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Head of government of Japan. Designated by the National Diet, typically the leader of the majority party in the House of Representatives.