Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Japan is a constitutional monarchy with the Emperor serving as a ceremonial head of state, while governance is conducted through a parliamentary system.
47 Prefectures
The country is divided into 47 prefectures, each with its own elected governor and assembly.
Bicameral National Diet
Japan’s legislature, the National Diet, consists of the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors.
Parliamentary Elections
Japan’s legislature, the National Diet, consists of the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors.