Japan set to choose female prime minister in landmark first
In the past twenty years, the country has seen over ten leaders.
Actually, one expert compares assuming the country's top job to drinking from a "poisoned chalice".
However, what is the reason does Japan keep changing leaders? This is partly because of it being a "single-party system", says Professor James Brown of Temple University in Japan.
The LDP's grip on the country's politics means the main political competition comes from inside the party, instead of from external parties.
"So within the LDP there are intense conflicts within various groups - they all desire their own faction to secure the top job."
"Thus although you could be chosen as leader, as soon as you're in power, you have many individuals scheming to try to get you out again."
Main Reasons Behind Frequent Changes
- One-party dominance limits outside challenges
- Internal factional rivalries fuel leadership contests
- The leadership role is often described as a "poisoned chalice"
- Political stability remains elusive despite economic strength
