岩谷良平

Ryohei Iwatani is a Japanese politician and entrepreneur currently serving as a member of the House of Representatives. Born in Moriguchi, Osaka, he began his career as an administrative scrivener before entering politics, serving as a member of the Osaka Prefectural Assembly. After a hiatus during which he managed a restaurant business, he returned to politics and was elected to the national Diet in 2021, subsequently securing re-election in 2024 and 2026. Within his party, Nippon Ishin no Kai, he has held significant leadership roles, including Secretary-General. Iwatani is known for his background in business and his commitment to the party's reformist platform, maintaining a focus on regional and national policy issues.