A Lower House by-election in Shizuoka Prefecture, the race for which officially kicked off Tuesday, is gaining attention nationwide, and not only for its possible national political impact.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the April 26 election has forced candidates and their supporters to adjust their traditional campaign methods in unprecedented ways to maintain social distancing.
Here’s a look at what the election means.
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