Five Things Needed to Increase Japan’s Voter Turnout

1. improve political education: It is important to improve education about politics and elections. Efforts should be made to educate citizens, including the younger generation, about the importance of politics and the significance of elections through school education and the media. 2.

2. improving the convenience of voting: Increasing the convenience of voting can promote participation in voting. For example, increasing the number of polling places and making polling days holidays can make voting more accessible to busy people and those with limited mobility. 3.

3. introduce online voting: Consideration should also be given to introducing online voting as a means of casting a ballot. Advances in technology are making it possible to vote securely online. Online voting is convenient for the younger generation and for people in geographically remote areas, and may contribute to higher voter turnout. 4.

4. stimulate awareness of political participation: It is important to educate and inform citizens to increase their sense of participation in politics. Elections and other important political events should be actively publicized to create an environment that encourages citizens to take an interest in and participate in politics.

5. support the activities of citizen groups and NGOs: To increase voter turnout, it is also important to support the activities of citizen groups and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). They can help with awareness campaigns and get-out-the-vote initiatives to foster a culture of voting in their communities.

These efforts require collaboration among government, local governments, civic organizations, educational institutions, and the media. A multifaceted approach to education, convenience, and participation awareness is important to promote voting participation.