Takaichi cabinet maintains 62% approval rating despite minister controversy

48% criticize Japanese prime minister's handling of farm minister Yana's resignation Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet has maintained an approval rating above 50% since taking office in October 2025. (Photo by Ken Suzuki) TOKYO -- Public support for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet held steady at 62% in the latest poll by Nikkei and TV Tokyo, unchanged from September.