In a historic milestone for Japan, Sanae Takaichi has been sworn in as the nation’s first female prime minister. The leader of the Liberal Democratic Party secured the position by a narrow margin, surpassing the required majority by just four votes. Takaichi’s political journey, spanning decades, has been marked by her conservative nationalist ideology and her admiration for the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently praised her as ‘a highly respected person of great wisdom and strength.’ Beyond her political persona, Takaichi is a motorcycle enthusiast, a rock music aficionado, and a stepmother to three children. Her ascent to the highest office in Japan was not without challenges; this marked her third attempt after unsuccessful bids in 2021 and 2024. Her victory symbolizes a significant shift in Japan’s political landscape, traditionally dominated by male leaders.