Takaichi Cabinet maintains high approval ratings in September 2026

The Takaichi Cabinet has maintained relatively high approval ratings approximately ten months after its formation in October 2025. Recent polling from September 2026 shows support levels around 60% to 62%, though specific figures vary by provider, with some surveys placing approval as low as 41%.

Analysts suggest this stability is driven by the Prime Minister's communication skills, expectations for specific policies, and a lack of major political errors, alongside a fragmented opposition. Economic policies, including growth strategies and inflation measures, have received notable support from the business sector, with a Reuters survey indicating 68% of surveyed Japanese companies support the administration's economic direction.

Public opinion remains divided on specific measures. While there is significant support for reducing the consumption tax on food to 1% to combat rising prices, many citizens demand clear plans for funding such cuts. Additionally, the administration's approach to fiscal policy and its handling of international tensions, such as the situation regarding the Northern Territories, continue to be key points of public scrutiny.