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Japanese Governance
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The current structure is defined by the Constitution of Japan, promulgated in 1947 following the Second World War. This document, often cited for its pacifist Article 9, establishes the Emperor as the "symbol of the State and of the unity of the people," entirely divested of political power.
The Emperor’s role is purely ceremonial, involving acts such as appointing the Prime Minister (after designation by the Diet) and promulgating statutes. The… -
Japanese Governance
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The National Diet
The National Diet is the supreme organ of state power and the sole law-making body, operating on a bicameral system.
House of Representatives (Shūgiin)