Takaichi seeks US-savvy ministers for upcoming cabinet reshuffle

PoliticsWeak yen, US troop costs and ICC sanctions pose challenges for TokyoJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi looks to reshuffle her cabinet as early as mid-September. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)DAISHI CHIBASeptember 5, 2026 03:59 JSTTOKYO -- As Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reshuffles her cabinet as early as mid-September, she will try to install people who can most effectively communicate with the U.S. in key posts to prepare for added pressure from Washington on both the economic and security fronts.