Japanese Politician Says Tourists Are Kicking Nara's Deer. But Where's Her Evidence? - Unseen Japan

Japanese Politician Says Tourists Are Kicking Nara's Deer. But Where's Her Evidence? - Unseen Japan

Takaichi Sanae, a senior Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) lawmaker, has sparked controversy for comments accusing foreign tourists of mistreating Nara’s deer. When pressed, however, she was able to provide little evidence for her assertion. Other politicians and even reporters criticized her for singling out foreigners. The remarks At her campaign speech on the 22nd, the day the LDP leadership race was announced, Takaichi raised concerns about the…