Key facts
- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet approval rating increased to 62% in an August poll.
- Disapproval of Takaichi's cabinet fell to 32%.
- The poll was conducted by Nikkei and TV Tokyo.
- Most respondents indicated a desire for the prime minister to address rising prices.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet saw a 4 percentage point increase in approval rating to 62% in an August poll conducted by Nikkei and TV Tokyo. Disapproval fell by 5 points to 32%. The poll also revealed that the majority of respondents wish for the prime minister to prioritize addressing rising prices. The government is considering a temporary cut to food sales tax, a move that has drawn mixed public opinion and concerns about fiscal impact.