酒井 茂

Shigeru Sakai is a Japanese politician currently serving as a member of the Nagano Prefectural Assembly, representing Ina City. First elected in 2015, he is currently serving his third term. Prior to his legislative career, he spent many years in local government, notably serving as the Deputy Mayor of Ina City. Sakai is known for his focus on administrative efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and regional development strategies. He advocates for pragmatic governance and has been a vocal critic of certain aspects of the current 'furusato nozei' tax donation system.