Takeshi Kobayashi
Biography
Publications
Takeshi Kobayashi holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from American University, Cairo and currently serves as a staffer to a House of Councillors member.
![The double challenge for Suga](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/GettyImages-1234729440.jpg?itok=lSZhaWfB)
The double challenge for Suga
Japan’s Prime Minister cleared a massive Olympic hurdle. But will he trip up on the politics to follow?
![Japan: Cracks in Abe’s government amid the Covid-19 crisis](https://www.lowyinstitute.org/sites/default/files/styles/expert_publications/public/GettyImages-1221561759.jpg?itok=Oq6yjX9h)
Japan: Cracks in Abe’s government amid the Covid-19 crisis
The dream projects of Japan’s longest serving PM appear under threat as his political capital evaporates.
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Abe’s new cabinet includes a rising star and putative Prime Minister
Koizumi is a famous name in Japanese politics, and Shinjiro, son of the former PM, is capturing plenty of headlines.