Newcomer wins east Japan mayoral election by lottery after tie in votes

Tomas Kauer - News Writer and Moderator

Nov 10, 2025 - 15:01

Newcomer wins east Japan mayoral election by lottery after tie in votes

KAMISU, Ibaraki -- In a mayoral election held in this east Japan city on Nov. 9, a newcomer candidate beat the incumbent by lottery after they receive

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