齊藤健一郎

Kenichiro Saito is a Japanese politician and entrepreneur currently serving as a member of the House of Councillors. Born in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, he previously worked as a business owner and as a manager for entrepreneur Takafumi Horie. Saito entered national politics through the NHK Party, eventually securing a seat in the House of Councillors in 2023 following a vacancy. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various political realignments and briefly joined a parliamentary group with the Liberal Democratic Party before returning to independent status. His policy positions have included support for constitutional reform, the possession of enemy base strike capabilities, and the strengthening of Japan's defense posture.