Tetsuo Saito

Co-leader, Centrist Reform Alliance; Former Komeito Leader

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Born: February 5, 1952, Hasumi

Education: Tokyo Institute of Technology

Previous offices: Chief Representative of Komeito, Minister for the World Horticultural Exhibition Yokohama 2027

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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Takaichi bets on snap election to lock in mandate

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: CRA co-leader resigns February 9, signals party leadership election before Diet session

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party called a snap election on January 19, 2026. Parliament dissolved on January 23 for a record-short 16-day campaign ending February 8.

Updated May 22