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Dai-Nippon Teikoku
Official Name: Dai-Nippon TeikokuTr.Empire of Japan
Ruling Party: Nippon Rika-kainote Japanese Chrysanthemum Party
Ideology: Dominant-Party Democracynote Paternalism
Japan made great strides against the Allies in WWII, and under Emperor Hirohito, guided by Amaterasu, GEAPS was supposed to prosper forever. However, the military and zaibatsu led to political corruption, resulting in the outbreak of the Yasuda Crisis and the end of the Japanese economy.
In the midst of this situation, the Kōchikai, an innovative faction led by Hayato Ikeda, took real power in the general election for the next cabinet to restore the economy. Since then, democratization has progressed slowly over time with the abolition of emperor worship, consolidation of the military, support for small businesses, repeal of the Eugenics Protection Law, and normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and the United States.
As of 1996, Japan reigned as the second largest economy. However, after Japan was defeated by China and the Indochina Alliance in the GAW of the 1980s, the rise of the extreme right, communists, and Aum Shinrikyo clique. Furthermore, Japan is now in the predicament of being back to square one in the Japan-U.S. trade war, with a boycott of Japanese goods by the U.S., which has a trade deficit with Japan.
The Emperor
Akihito
Role: Emperor of Japan
Ideology: Semi-Constitutional Monarchynote Paternalism
In-Game Biography Click to Show Renewed from the turbulent Showa era of war, economic depression, the Cold War, and social movements, he was enthroned as the symbol of a new era as a nation and a people, rather than the sovereign chief of the Imperial Constitution. Prince Akihito was born on December 23, 1933, the eldest of the five sons of Emperor Showa. When he entered Gakushuin University, it was an era unrelated to the war, and he was inclined toward liberalization through the multi-party and civic movements that were glimpsed through the student movements of the time.He saw the Hawaii Crisis, the Yasuda Crisis, and the Great Asian War amidst appeals against the Law for Assistance to Wounded and Sick Soldiers and the National Eugenics Law after World War II, and his father, Hirohito, collapsed as the national government was shaken. He took the initiative to make "Heiwa (peace) become a reality," and his thoughts and feelings toward the people of Japan are well known and appreciated not only by the Japanese people but also by the world.The Faceofthe Sun: In the old Showa era, Hirohito was seen as a symbol of the aggressor and a figure despised by liberals and foreign countries, a negative spiral after the fall of Emperor Showa. Akihito, who ascended to the throne with the desire to dispel this stereotype, is known as the "smiling sun," with his motto of being a symbol that is close to the people, and his friendly and conciliatory personality. - Gameplayand Story Segregation: Akihito is listed as a national spirit, while the sitting Prime Minister is listed as the Head of State and thus the "leader" of Japan. However, Prime Ministers hold less official power than the Emperor, so the latter should technically be the Head of State. This was done from a gameplay perspective to highlight Prime Ministers as the drivers behind their focus trees and better reflect changes in policies when new people take up the premierships.
- Requisite Royal Regalia: Like the rest of the Imperial Family, Akihito is subject to a lavish lifestyle.
- Internal Reformist: Akihito organized various liberal reforms in an attempt to finally bring democracy to Japan.
- Pragmatic Hero: He is convinced that he must water down some of his political reforms and abandon social reform outright, viewing this stance as necessary to maintain social stability.
Prime Minister (1996 At the start of the game)
Shintarō Ishihara
Role (Job Title): Member of the Diet, Prime Ministernote Head of State
Party: Nippon Rika-kainote Japanese Chrysanthemum Party
Ideology: Dominant-Party Democracynote Paternalism
In-Game Biography Click to Show Since the end of the Great Asian War, the roaring flame of the Dai-Nippon Teikoku has shrunk down to a flickering ember. Driven into a comer, the embattled nation doubled down on many of its most nationalistic policies, enacting strict racial laws, and restrict all non-Japanese from residing within the country. For some, these laws went too far - according to Shintarō Ishihara, they didn't go far enough. Born to a middle-class family in 1932, Shintarō attended Hitotsubashi University in hopes of becoming a famous writer. After obtaining his diploma, he began writing plays and novels before eventually joining the staff of a local newspaper in the 1960s. After years of tight deadlines and late nights, Shintarō would become disillusioned with his writing career, and would quit his job to join up with the Dai-Nippon Teikoku Rikugun in the late 60s. In the Army, Shintarō was stationed in China and Vietnam, where he fought the Communist Revolutionaries in the Viet Minh well into the early 70s. In 1972 Shintarō returned to Japan to enter the world of politics. After only three years, he would be elected to what would later become Tokyo's longest-lasting governorship, Despite his litany of controversial statements on women, race and religion, leading the most populous prefecture in the country earned Shintarō no shortage of political Influence. Shintarō helped to form the Chrysanthemum Party with several of his right-wing compatriots after Japan democratized in 1981. Governor Shintarō quickly ascended the ranks of the party, and when then-Prime-Minister Takeo Fukuda stepped down in 1992, the prolific Shintarō succeeded with ease. Some, had hoped that Prime Minister Shintarō would tone down the Inflammatory statements he'd gained a reputation for making as Tokyo's Governor, but this fantasy did not come to pass. A fierce Japanese Nationalist ti his core, Shintarō hasn't been shy about making his ideals known to the public, no matter how controversial they may be. Even after four years as Japan's Prime Minister, Shintarō Ishihara's plans for his country are just getting started, Many outside Japan brush off Shintarō's oft-repeated promise to have the 'Rising Sun shine anew over East Asia' as his typical fiery rhetoric - but others aren't so sure.
Shinzō Abe
Role (Job Title): Head of Government
Party: Shintaisei Yokusanakinote New Order Association
Ideology: Authoritarian Developmentalismnote Paternalism
In-Game Biography [[labelnote: Click to Show]] Born in Tokyo on September 21, 1954, Shinzō Abe displayed brilliance and leadership qualities from a young age, First obtaining a degree in political science from Seikei University, Abe would later further his academic pursuits by obtaining a master's degree in public administration, solidifying his expertise in governance and policy-making. In government, Abe has always demonstrated a strong commitment to improving Japan's economy and its image abroad. During his current tenure as Japan's Deputy Prime Minister, he has thus far played a key role in implementing policies that have aimed to advance international relations and support economic growth. Domestic issues are no stranger to Abe's resume, either ー from healthcare reform, to education policies, to social welfare programs, Abe has worked diligently to ensure that the needs and aspirations of all of his constituents are met. Abe's steadfast leadership and unwavering commitment to his country has earned him widespread respect and recognition. He has proven himself to be a strong advocate for Japan's interests working tirelessly to strengthen Japan's position on the global stage.
Yoriko Kawaguchi
Role (Job Title): Foreign Minister
Party: Nippon Rika-kainote Japanese Chrysanthemum Party
Ideology: National Conservatismnote Paternalism
Takeo Hiranuma
Role (Job Title): Economy Minister
Party: Nippon Rika-kainote Japanese Chrysanthemum Party
Ideology: Paternalism
Ryōichi Oriki
Role (Job Title): Defense Minister
Party: Independent
Ideology: Civil Defense
Military Circles: Teikoku Rikugunnote Army
Military Rank: Taishōnote General
Election 1997
Shinzō Abe
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Role (Job Title): Head of Government (Ishihara Cabinet),Head of State (Election 1997)
Party: Shintaisei Yokusanakinote New Order Association
Ideology: Authoritarian Developmentalismnote Paternalism
Tarō Aso
Role (Job Title): Head of State (Election 1997)
Party: Kokumin Kyudō Renmei
Ideology: Right-Wing Populismnote Paternalism
Morihiro Hosokawa
Role (Job Title): Head of State (Election 1997)
Party: Tōitsu Minshu-tō
Ideology: Transitioning Democracynote Paternalism
Colonial Government
Chōsen Sōtokufu
Official Name: Chōsen Sōtokufu
Ruling Party: Chōsen - Gyōte Kenshō-kainote Korea Government Office - Subcommittee for Administrative Procedure Review
Ideology: Colonial Governmentnote Despotism
As of 1996, the area formerly known as Korea has been ruled by the Japanese colonial government, Chōsen Sōtokufu, for more than half a century, a rule that can be described as pre-modern, which is unusual among developed countries, even as other countries are liberating their colonies just before the turn of the 21st century.
The majority of the people living in Chōsen-Hantō are Naichi-jin who migrated from the main island and Korean-Japanese who assimilated into Japan under the Imperial Civilization Policy. The people of Chōsen-Hantō were once oppressed by racial discrimination and oppression, and a resistance movement had continued until 15 years ago, but it was completely wiped out by the suppression of the Japanese Imperial Army, and the light of hope of those who had hoped for independence from Japan was almost extinguished.
Moreover, the younger generation has little interest or concern for the idea of Korean independence, recognizing themselves as subjects of the Japanese empire and severely abusing older people who wish for independence as "Futei-Senjin (不逞鮮人)".
Sōtokufu bureaucrats are rushing to develop the area so much that it can be assimilated into part of mainland Japan now more than ever.
Still, there are many independent activists in the villages deep in the mountains and in the Korean communities on the Japanese mainland, much less in Manchuria and China, who are longing to return home and be free.They are waiting for the time when they will be able to rise up in the chaos of the recent socialist movements and the terrorist activities of Aum Shinrikyo.
Keizō Obuchi
Role: Commissioner of Chōsennote Head of State
Party: Keisei-kai
Ideology: Colonial Governmentnote Development Dictatorship
Seishirō Etō
Role: Commissioner of Chōsennote Head of State
Party: Kokumin Kyudō Renmei
Ideology: Colonial Governmentnote Technocrat
