Ryo Tagaya
Ryo Tagaya | |
|---|---|
多ケ谷 亮 | |
| Member of the House of Representatives | |
| In office 5 November 2021 – 23 January 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Kimie Hatano |
| Succeeded by | Joji Yamamoto |
| Constituency | Southern Kanto PR |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 25 November 1968 |
| Party | CRA (since 2026) |
| Other political affiliations | PLF (2012) TPJ (2012–2013) LP (2013–2016) DP (2016–2017) KnT (2017–2020) Reiwa (2020–2026) |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | Kokugakuin University |
| Occupation | Business manager • Politician |
Ryo Tagaya (多ケ谷亮; born 25 November 1968) is a Japanese politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives, in Japan's National Diet, from 2021 to 2026. He represents the Southern Kanto proportional representation block.[1][2]
Tagaya was previously a member of Reiwa Shinsengumi, a left-wing populist opposition party led by Tarō Yamamoto. The party is known for progressive stances, including strong criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza and pro-Palestinian positions. In early January 2026, Tagaya participated in a parliamentary delegation visit to Israel, where he met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This action drew significant backlash from within Reiwa Shinsengumi and its supporters, who viewed it as inconsistent with the party's anti-war line, especially amid the Israel-Gaza conflict. As a result, he left the party.[3]
Following his departure, Tagaya joined the Centrist Reform Alliance. The alliance endorsed him as a candidate for Chiba's 11th district in the 2026 Japanese general election.[4]
References
- ^ "多ケ谷亮（小選挙区・千葉）【衆議院選挙2021】". 読売新聞オンライン (in Japanese). 2021-10-18. Retrieved 2026-01-25.
- ^ "多ケ谷亮 衆議院選挙(れいわ 小選挙区)衆院選2024". 読売新聞オンライン (in Japanese). 2024-10-15. Retrieved 2026-01-25.
- ^ "Opposition Lawmaker Quits Party over Meeting with Netanyahu". nippon.com. 2026-01-18. Retrieved 2026-01-25.
- ^ 政治部, 時事通信 (2026-01-23). "中道、１０人を追加公認【２６衆院選】：時事ドットコム". 時事ドットコム (in Japanese). Retrieved 2026-01-25.