In Japan, a Political Party Betting on AI Makes a Splash

With his unique style and focus on artificial intelligence (AI), Takahiro Anno, the founder of Team Mirai, has made a significant impact in Japanese politics. Despite his modest background, he gained 11 legislative seats, exceeding expectations. The party's program centers around leveraging AI to address Japan's challenges. Anno, an engineer from the University of Tokyo, founded the party in 2025 and previously ran as an independent candidate for Tokyo governor in 2024.