Japan Mayor Resigns Amid 'Love Hotel' Scandal with Married Officer

• Akira Ogawa, Mayor of Maebashi, Japan, resigned due to public outrage over her visits to a 'love hotel'.
• She was accused of visiting a 'love hotel' 10 times with a married officer, leading to a "hotel scandal."
• Ogawa denied an inappropriate relationship, stating they discussed personal and office issues.
• Public anger, political pressure, and a looming no-confidence motion forced her resignation, though she hinted at re-election.
• 'Love hotels' in Japan offer discreet, hourly rentals for couples, prioritizing privacy with automatic payments and themed rooms.

Why It Matters: Maebashi Mayor Akira Ogawa resigned over a 'love hotel' scandal, highlighting public scrutiny of leaders.