Japan set to elect female prime minister in landmark first
Over the last two decades, the country has had over ten leaders.
Actually, a specialist compares taking up the nation's top job to taking a "poisoned chalice".
However, what is the reason does Japan keep changing leaders? This is partly because of it being a "one-party democracy", says Professor James Brown of Temple University Japan.
The Liberal Democratic Party's control on the political landscape means the primary rivalry originates inside the party, rather than from opposition groups.
"Therefore inside the LDP there are intense conflicts within different factions - they all desire their own clique to secure the leadership position."
"So even though you might be selected as prime minister, as soon as you're in office, you have many individuals manoeuvring to try to get you out again."
Main Reasons Behind Frequent Changes
- One-party dominance limits outside challenges
- Party infighting fuel leadership contests
- The prime minister's position is frequently called a "poisoned chalice"
- Political stability stays difficult to achieve despite economic strength
