From geek to chic: Japan PM stuns women's fashion show with trendy new look
Shigeru Ishiba , who is usually known for his geeky image, wowed a fashion show audience this weekend during a surprise appearance in which he ditched his usual suit in favour of a more stylish look in a show of his support for 'cool'
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Ishiba arrived at the Tokyo Girls Collection on Saturday in a double-breasted blazer, denim trousers, white sneakers and stylish black-rimmed glasses. The surprise change of attire received a big cheer of approval from other guests, performers and the audience.
The fashion show, which was held at Tokyo's National Yoyogi Stadium First Gymnasium, is billed as one of Japan's most prestigious fashion events.
Ishiba, whose key policy goals include revitalisation and making 'a joyful Japan', said he supports efforts towards making a 'cute, energetic and cool' Japan and that he hopes such events to become even more lively across the country and even spread outside the country.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stands with Myaku-Myaku (right), the mascot for the 2025 Osaka World Expo, at the Tokyo Girls Collection fashion event on Saturday. Photo: Jiji Press/AFP
He was joined at the show by
Osaka Expo mascot Myaku-Myaku , a red-and-blue creature that symbolises cell and water.
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