A different kind of cabinet: drums, metal, and political power.
Breaking the ultimate glass ceiling with a drumstick, Sanae Takaichi has been officially appointed as Japan’s first female Prime Minister.
But beyond the halls of political power lies a surprising past: Takaichi is a devoted heavy metal drummer.
A fan of iconic bands like Iron Maiden and X Japan, she didn’t just listen, she formed her own metal band in college.
Today, she still finds solace from the immense pressures of leadership and her personal life as a caregiver by playing an electronic drum kit after her husband sleeps.
This “Iron Lady” admirer, named for her Thatcher-like conservative resolve, brings a unique rhythm to the role.
石破茂新総裁が誕生したのでRusty Nailを熱唱する高市早苗でも見るか。 pic.twitter.com/pPchN0Sm5u
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Her recent viral karaoke performance of a rock anthem only hints at the powerful, unconventional beat this historic leader is now setting for the nation.
