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浅野哲
House of RepresentativesIn officeDemocratic Party for the PeopleIbaraki Prefecture · Ibaraki 5th districtMember of the House of Representatives

浅野哲

Satoshi Asano

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Satoshi Asano is a Japanese politician serving as a member of the House of Representatives, currently in his fourth term. Born in Hachioji, Tokyo, he graduated from Aoyama Gakuin University with a master's degree in physics and previously worked as a researcher at Hitachi, Ltd., specializing in semiconductor sensors. After transitioning into politics, he was elected to the Diet representing the Ibaraki 5th district. Asano is a prominent figure within the Democratic Party for the People, where he serves as the Acting Secretary-General and head of the Youth Bureau. His policy platform emphasizes education reform, including the promotion of free tuition, support for diverse family structures, and a pragmatic approach to energy policy that includes the restart of nuclear power plants under strict safety regulations. He also advocates for constitutional reform and the strengthening of Japan's defense capabilities while prioritizing diplomatic dialogue in international relations.

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Born
1982-09-25 · 43 years old
Birth place
Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan
Education
Aoyama Gakuin University (Master's degree in Physics)
Career
Researcher at Hitachi, Ltd.

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