Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivers a speech in parliament. Reuters
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Japan PM Takaichi Moves into 'Haunted' Official Residence

  • Japan's first woman PM, Sanae Takaichi, moved into the official residence, rumored to be haunted by century-old soldiers' ghosts.
  • The move comes over two months after taking office, following criticism for a long commute after an earthquake.
  • The 1929-built residence was the site of 1930s coup attempts and assassinations, with bullet holes and lingering spirits.
  • Previous PMs like Shigeru Ishiba and Fumio Kishida lived there without reporting paranormal activity.
  • Shinzo Abe and Yoshihide Suga avoided the residence for nine years.

Why It Matters: Japan's new PM Takaichi faces a 'haunted' residence, adding a spooky twist to her demanding role.

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