Japan set to choose female prime minister in historic first
Over the last two decades, Japan has had over ten leaders.
Actually, one expert likens assuming the nation's top job to taking a "cursed cup".
However, what is the reason does the country keep changing prime ministers? This is partly because of it being a "single-party system", says Professor James Brown of Temple University in Japan.
The LDP's grip on the country's politics means the main political competition originates within the party, instead of from opposition groups.
"Therefore inside the LDP there are intense conflicts within different factions - they all want their own faction to secure the top job."
"So even though you could be selected as leader, the moment you're in power, you have dozens of people scheming to try to remove you again."
Main Reasons Behind Frequent Changes
- One-party dominance limits outside challenges
- Internal factional rivalries fuel power struggles
- The leadership role is often described as a "cursed position"
- Political stability stays elusive despite economic strength
