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Japan: Tens of Thousands Rally Outside National Diet Building Against War and Constitutional Revision 3

Demonstrators gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Sunday, April 19, to protest against war and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for constitutional revision. Organizers said approximately 36,000 people attended the rally, with demonstrators chanting slogans calling for an end to war and the prime minister's resignation.

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Japan: Tens of Thousands Rally Outside National Diet Building Against War and Constitutional Revision 2

Demonstrators gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Sunday, April 19, to protest against war and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for constitutional revision. Organizers said approximately 36,000 people attended the rally, with demonstrators chanting slogans calling for an end to war and the prime minister's resignation.

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Japan: Tens of Thousands Rally Outside National Diet Building Against War and Constitutional Revision

Demonstrators gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Sunday, April 19, to protest against war and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's push for constitutional revision. Organizers said approximately 36,000 people attended the rally, with demonstrators chanting slogans calling for an end to war and the prime minister's resignation.

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Japan: Thousands Rally Outside Parliament Against Constitutional Revision and War 3

Thousands of protesters gathered outside the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, April 8, rallying against constitutional revision and war. Many demonstrators waved penlights while chanting slogans denouncing Prime Minister Takaichi and calling for peace and the protection of the constitution.

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Japan: Thousands Rally Outside Parliament Against Constitutional Revision and War 2

Thousands of protesters gathered outside the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, April 8, rallying against constitutional revision and war. Many demonstrators waved penlights while chanting slogans denouncing Prime Minister Takaichi and calling for peace and the protection of the constitution.

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Japan: Thousands Rally Outside Parliament Against Constitutional Revision and War

Thousands of protesters gathered outside the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, April 8, rallying against constitutional revision and war. Many demonstrators waved penlights while chanting slogans denouncing Prime Minister Takaichi and calling for peace and the protection of the constitution.

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Japan: Tokyo Marchers Mark Land Day in Protest Against Israeli-US Aggression

Protesters gathered at two locations across Tokyo on Saturday, March 28, demonstrating against the US-Israeli military strikes on Iran and calling on the Japanese government to take a stronger stance for peace. Demonstrators marched through the streets carrying placards and light sticks, chanting slogans. At a rally held in front of Shinjuku Station,1,400 people gathered to voice their opposition. A separate demonstration was held in front of the National Diet Building, drawing approximately 3,000 participants including online attendees, according to organizers.

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Japan: Thousands Gather in Tokyo to Oppose Constitutional Amendment and Hormuz Deployment

Around 24,000 people gathered in front of the National Diet Building in Tokyo on Wednesday, March 25, to protest against war and constitutional revision, calling for the protection of Japan's pacifist constitution and urging the government not to deploy the Self-Defense Forces to the Strait of Hormuz. Demonstrators holding placards and colorful glow sticks in various shapes filled the streets in scenes resembling an outdoor concert.

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Japan: Crowds Gather Outside Parliament to Protest Iran War and Constitutional Revision 2

On Thursday, March 19, thousands of people gathered near Japan's National Diet Building in Tokyo, waving light sticks to protest against the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, as well as moves toward constitutional revision in Japan.

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Japan: Crowds Gather Outside Parliament to Protest Iran War and Constitutional Revision

On Thursday, March 19, thousands of people gathered near Japan's National Diet Building in Tokyo, waving light sticks to protest against the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, as well as moves toward constitutional revision in Japan.

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Japan PM Announces Decision to Dissolve Lower House for Snap Election

This photo taken on January 17, 2026 shows a view of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will hold a press conference at 6 p.m. local time on Monday to explain the dissolution of the House of Representatives, Kyodo News reported. Photo by Xinhua/Jia Haocheng/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan PM Announces Decision to Dissolve Lower House for Snap Election

This photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a view of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan. Japan PM Takaichi announced decision to dissolve lower house for snap election. Photo by Xinhua/Jia Haocheng/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan PM Announces Decision to Dissolve Lower House for Snap Election

This photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a view of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan. Japan PM Takaichi announced decision to dissolve lower house for snap election. Photo by Xinhua/Jia Haocheng/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Japan PM Announces Decision to Dissolve Lower House for Snap Election

This photo taken on January 19, 2026 shows a view of the National Diet Building in Tokyo, Japan. Japan PM Takaichi announced decision to dissolve lower house for snap election. Photo by Xinhua/Jia Haocheng/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exterior of the National Diet Building

Exterior of the National Diet Building=October 14,2025,Tokyo

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Exterior of the National Diet Building

Exterior of the National Diet Building=October 14,2025,Tokyo

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Exterior of the National Diet Building

Exterior of the National Diet Building=October 14,2025,Tokyo

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Exterior of the National Diet Building

Exterior of the National Diet Building=October 14,2025,Tokyo

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks about the increase in the IEPS (Special Tax on Sugary Drinks) to prevent excessive consumption. These beverages are the main source of sugar in the Mexican diet and their effects on health. during a news conference at National Palace. on September 11, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks about the increase in the IEPS (Special Tax on Sugary Drinks) to prevent excessive consumption. These beverages are the main source of sugar in the Mexican diet and their effects on health. during a news conference at National Palace. on September 11, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo speaks about the increase in the IEPS (Special Tax on Sugary Drinks) to prevent excessive consumption. These beverages are the main source of sugar in the Mexican diet and their effects on health. during a news conference at National Palace. on September 11, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Holds Briefing Conference - Mexico

Detail of hands of Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo while speaks about the increase in the IEPS (Special Tax on Sugary Drinks) to prevent excessive consumption. These beverages are the main source of sugar in the Mexican diet and their effects on health. during a news conference at National Palace. on September 11, 2025 in Mexico City, Mexico. Photo by Carlos Santiago/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

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PM Ishiba Survives Parliament Vote - Tokyo

Lawmakers attend a session at the House of Representatives of the National Diet in Tokyo, Japan, November 11, 2024. Leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as the country's prime minister on Monday after securing the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. Photo by Zhang Xiaoyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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PM Ishiba Survives Parliament Vote - Tokyo

Shigeru Ishiba greets among congratulations at a session in the House of Representatives of the National Diet in Tokyo, Japan, November 11, 2024. Leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as the country's prime minister on Monday after securing the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. Photo by Zhang Xiaoyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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PM Ishiba Survives Parliament Vote - Tokyo

Shigeru Ishiba greets among congratulations at a session in the House of Representatives of the National Diet in Tokyo, Japan, November 11, 2024. Leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as the country's prime minister on Monday after securing the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. Photo by Zhang Xiaoyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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PM Ishiba Survives Parliament Vote - Tokyo

Lawmakers attend a session at the House of Representatives of the National Diet in Tokyo, Japan, November 11, 2024. Leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Shigeru Ishiba was reelected as the country's prime minister on Monday after securing the most votes in both houses of the Japanese Diet. Photo by Zhang Xiaoyu/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exterior view of the National Diet Building

Exterior view of the National Diet Building.=Date:November 30, 2023, Place:Tokyo

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Exterior view of the National Diet Building

Exterior view of the National Diet Building.=Date:November 30, 2023, Place:Tokyo

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Thousands of women in red surround Diet in protest

TOKYO, Japan - Thousands of women dressed in red form a human chain near the National Diet building (C in the back) on Jan. 17, 2015, in protest against Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's allegedly hawkish national security policy. Taking a cue from Iceland's Red Stockings movement in the 1970s, the protesters each wore something red to express their opposition against the government.

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Thousands of women in red surround Diet in protest

TOKYO, Japan - Thousands of women dressed in red form a human chain near the National Diet building (C in the back) on Jan. 17, 2015, in protest against Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's allegedly hawkish national security policy. Taking a cue from Iceland's Red Stockings movement in the 1970s, the protesters each wore something red to express their anger and opposition against the government.

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Ex-Diet member Ishihara at press conference

TOKYO, Japan - Former Diet member Shintaro Ishihara answers a question during a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on Dec. 16, 2014, two days after failing to retain his seat in the House of Representatives election and retiring from politics.

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Ex-Diet member lawmaker Ishihara at press conference

TOKYO, Japan - Former Diet member Shintaro Ishihara smiles during a press conference at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on Dec. 16, 2014, two days after failing to retain his seat in the House of Representatives election and retiring from politics.

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Documents of cancelled 1940 Tokyo Olympics exhibited online

TOKYO, Japan - Documents from the abortive 1940 Tokyo Olympics stocked in the National Diet Library in Tokyo are displayed on a special page of its website since February 27, 2014. The contents are in Japanese only.

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Parties submit bill to change national referendum law

TOKYO, Japan - Representatives of seven ruling and opposition parties jointly hand Makoto Onitsuka (4th from L), secretary general of the House of Representatives, a bill at the Diet on April 8, 2014, to amend the national referendum law.

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3 years since quake-tsunami disaster

TOKYO, Japan - The national flag of Japan is flown at half-mast at the Diet building in Tokyo on March 11, 2014, three years after the March 11, 2011 earthquake and tsunami in northeastern Japan.

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Japanese sake named after lower house goes on sale

TOKYO, Japan - Bottles of Japanese sake called "Shugiin," a Japanese term referring to the country's House of Representatives, are shown at a shop in the National Diet building in Tokyo on March 10, 2014. The sake, made in Fukushima Prefecture, northeastern Japan, went on sale at the shop on March 11 on the third anniversary of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, with part of the proceeds set to be donated to the disaster-hit prefecture to help its recovery.

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Japan's lower house passes bill to set up U.S.-style NSC

TOKYO, Japan - Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (R) claps at the Diet building in Tokyo on Nov. 7, 2013, as the House of Representatives passed a bill to establish a U.S.-style National Security Council in Japan.

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Diet committee OKs bill to launch U.S.-style NSC

TOKYO, Japan - Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga bows in appreciation after the House of Representatives' Special Committee on National Security approved a bill to set up a U.S.-style National Security Council, at the Diet building in Tokyo on Nov. 6, 2013.

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National Diet signpost

TOKYO, Japan - A signpost is replaced to read "The National Diet" near the parliament complex in Tokyo on Aug. 20, 2013. Authorities managing signposts near the Diet building said they have begun replacing Roman letters indicating Japanese names in the signs with English names to better guide foreign visitors to Japan.

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National Diet signpost

TOKYO, Japan - A signpost is replaced to read "The National Diet" near the parliament complex in Tokyo on Aug. 20, 2013. Authorities managing signposts near the Diet building said they have begun replacing Roman letters indicating Japanese names in the signs with English names to better guide foreign visitors to Japan.

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Algeria hostage crisis

TOKYO, Japan - A Japanese national flag flies at half-mast at the Diet compound in Tokyo on Jan. 25, 2013, after a hostage crisis in Algeria that left 10 Japanese dead.

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Japan to streamline Cabinet support agencies

TOKYO, Japan - (From L) National Policy Minister Seiji Maehara, Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda and Deputy Prime Minister Katsuya Okada attend a Cabinet meeting in the Diet building in Tokyo on Nov. 2, 2012. The Japanese government decided to streamline two Cabinet support agencies and allow them to respond more flexibly and strategically to major issues, Chief Cabinet Secretary Osamu Fujimura said.

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Cabinet ministers Ichikawa, Yamaoka

TOKYO, Japan - Combined photo shows Defense Minister Yasuo Ichikawa (L) and Kenji Yamaoka, who concurrently serves as minister of state for consumer affairs and food safety, chairman of the National Public Safety Commission and minister for the abduction issue. They were at a Cabinet meeting in the Diet building in Tokyo on the morning of Dec. 9, 2011. The main opposition Liberal Democratic Party and its ally the New Komeito party submitted censure motions against them to the opposition-controlled upper house the same day.

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Consumer minister Yamaoka

TOKYO, Japan - Minister of State for Consumer Affairs and Food Safety Kenji Yamaoka heads to a Cabinet meeting in the Diet building in Tokyo on the morning of Dec. 9, 2011. The main opposition Liberal Democratic Party and its ally the New Komeito party submitted censure motions against Yamaoka, who also serves as chairman of the National Public Safety Commission and minister for the abduction issue, and against Defense Minister Yasuo Ichikawa to the opposition-controlled upper house the same day.

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Censure motions against 2 Cabinet members

TOKYO, Japan - Upper house Diet affairs chiefs Masashi Waki (R) of the Liberal Democratic Party and Yuichiro Uozumi (C) of the New Komeito party, submit censure motions against Defense Minister Yasuo Ichikawa and Kenji Yamaoka, who concurrently serves as minister of state for consumer affairs and food safety, chairman of the National Public Safety Commission and minister for the abduction issue, to Masafumi Hashimoto, secretary general of the upper house, at the Diet building in Tokyo on Dec. 9, 2011.

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Yamaoka to head national public safety commission

TOKYO, Japan - Undated file photo shows Kenji Yamaoka, former Diet affairs chief of the ruling Democratic Party of Japan, who will become chairman of the National Public Safety Commission in the new Cabinet under incoming Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda on Sept. 2, 2011.

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Emperor visits library in 1st outing since heart checkup

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (C) and Empress Michiko (L) arrive at the National Diet Library in Tokyo on Feb. 14, 2011, in the emperor's first official outing since he was hospitalized the previous week to undergo a checkup on his heart. (Pool photo by Kyodo News)

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Emperor visits library in 1st outing since heart checkup

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese Emperor Akihito (L) and Empress Michiko (C) visit the National Diet Library in Tokyo on Feb. 14, 2011, in the emperor's first official outing since he was hospitalized the previous week to undergo a checkup on his heart. (Pool photo by Kyodo News)

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DPJ's No. 2 Okada cautious over sworn Diet testimony by Ozawa

TOKYO, Japan - Democratic Party of Japan Secretary General Katsuya Okada speaks at the Japan National Press Club in Tokyo on Dec. 22, 2010. Okada said his party will continue to seek unsworn testimony by ruling party kingpin Ichiro Ozawa before the House of Representatives' ethics panel for now.

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Japan Postal union demands passage of postal reform bill

CHIBA, Japan - Japan Post Holdings Co. President Jiro Saito (R) and Japanese Trade Union Confederation President Nobuaki Koga attend a national convention of the Japan Postal Group Union in the city of Chiba on June 9, 2010. The postal union called for the enactment of the postal reform bill to scale back postal privatization during the current Diet session.