百田尚樹

Naoki Hyakuta is a Japanese politician and former novelist who currently serves as a member of the House of Councillors. Before entering politics, he was a prominent broadcast writer and author, known for best-selling works such as 'The Eternal Zero' and 'The Man Called Pirate.' In 2023, he founded the Conservative Party of Japan and assumed the role of its first leader. Hyakuta is known for his nationalist political views, including his skepticism regarding historical accounts of the Nanking Massacre and his advocacy for constitutional reform. His career has been marked by significant public controversy, including legal disputes over his writings and various remarks regarding historical and social issues.