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Former Tokyo Election Rival to Support 'GovTech' Initiative

TOKYO, Nov 22 (News On Japan) - Takahiro Yasuno, an AI engineer who ran in the Tokyo gubernatorial election in July, has been appointed as an advisor to GovTech Tokyo, a public organization leading digital reforms in Tokyo's administration, sources revealed.

The July election, which saw a record 56 candidates, ended with Governor Yuriko Koike securing her third term. Yasuno, leveraging AI and other digital technologies in his campaign, gained over 150,000 votes, placing fifth and garnering significant attention.

According to several Tokyo Metropolitan Government officials, Yasuno was appointed advisor to GovTech Tokyo on November 13th. The organization focuses on administrative reforms through digital technology.

Tokyo plans to utilize AI for collecting citizen feedback in the near future and deemed Yasuno’s expertise crucial for this initiative.

Toyota Unveils Lexus ES and New EV at Shanghai Motor Show

At the Shanghai Motor Show, which opened to the press on April 23rd ahead of its public run from April 27th to May 2nd, Toyota Motor Corporation revealed a series of new models, including a new electric vehicle, as it works to regain ground in the increasingly competitive Chinese market.

What Are the Kamome and Tsubame Tribes? A 100-Year Transformation in Tenjin

This year marks the 100th year of the Showa era. Tenjin, Fukuoka City's central commercial and entertainment district, has transformed remarkably since World War II, evolving into a major shopping hub that continues to attract both locals and foreign visitors.

Naked Man's Rampage Ends in School Break-In

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Foreign Influencer Causes Chaos on Tokyo Trains

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Shizuoka Tea Auction Opens New Season with Record Prices

The first auction of the season signaling the arrival of new tea was held on the morning of April 18th at the Shizuoka Tea Market in Shizuoka City, with the highest bid reaching 880,000 yen per kilogram, continuing the trend of high prices into 2025.

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