3rd Governor Suzuki Recall Demonstration Draws Record Crowd in Sapporo
On October 12, 2025, the '3rd Governor Suzuki Recall Demonstration' was held at Odori Park in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Despite the rainy weather, it drew the largest turnout to date. Participants vociferously demanded the resignation of the Hokkaido Governor, shouting 'Suzuki, resign!', expressing the strong dissatisfaction and anger of Hokkaido residents towards the governor's policies. The main focus of the demonstration centered on Governor Suzuki's promotion of large-scale mega-solar development plans and what is perceived as an immigration policy that prioritizes foreign nationals. Strong opposition was voiced, particularly against mega-solar construction in the Kushiro Wetlands, a globally important wetland, with participants expressing the heartfelt wish to 'protect Hokkaido's beautiful nature.' Critical placards branding the governor as a 'traitor governor' were also displayed, highlighting deep-seated concerns about Hokkaido's land bei...