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Over the last two decades, the country has seen over ten prime ministers.
Actually, a specialist compares assuming the country'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 "single-party system", explains Professor James Brown of Temple University in Japan.
The LDP's grip on the country's politics means the primary rivalry comes from within the party, rather than from opposition groups.
"So within the LDP there are vicious struggles within various groups - they all desire their own faction to secure the leadership position."
"Thus although you could be chosen as prime minister, the moment you're in office, you have dozens of people scheming to try to get you out again."
Main Reasons Behind Frequent Changes
- One-party dominance restricts external competition
- Party infighting drive power struggles
- The prime minister's position is often described as a "cursed position"
- Government continuity remains difficult to achieve despite economic strength
