“Toru Yamamoto Wins the Third Term in Tokyo’s Sumida Ward Mayoral Election”

It was a rock-solid battle, cooperating with the Liberal Democratic Party’s candidates for ward assembly elections, and receiving supportive speeches from Diet members and metropolitan assembly members. Mr. Yamamoto, who received the correct news at the office, cheered along with his supporters. He said, “I feel firm. I will do my best in the third term.”

During the election period, he emphasized the achievements of the ward administration, saying, “We have protected the lives and health of the residents through measures against the coronavirus.” In the past, it was the only ward in the 23 wards that did not have a full-fledged university campus. . Goals for the next four years include the revitalization of local communities such as neighborhood associations, whose ties have weakened due to the corona crisis, and the enhancement of seamless child-rearing support.

Using the catchphrase “ward administration that is kind to the socially vulnerable,” Sanefuji appealed to eliminate the waiting list of about 500 people at a special nursing home for the elderly, but it fell short. (Masanori Inoue)

◆ Revitalize community ties such as neighborhood associations

He was first elected as mayor in 2015 and served two terms for eight years. “Citizens and business operators worked together to improve the ward. We were able to attract a university, and we’re feeling good about it,” he said.

What is worrisome is community ties, such as neighborhood associations, that have weakened due to the impact of the new coronavirus. “The third term is important for us to restart,” she emphasizes.

He comes from a family of politicians whose father and grandfather both served as members of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly. At the age of 45, he ran for the district assembly and has served two terms for eight years.

Kendo, which he has been doing since he was 6 years old, is a way to relieve stress. His family consists of his wife, eldest daughter, and eldest son, who celebrated his 30th wedding anniversary.