On the night of the election results announcement, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who also serves as the party leader, maintained a serious demeanor despite the overwhelming success of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) candidates. According to party executives, they had previously agreed to avoid displaying visible excitement to the media even as significant victories were reported. However, in a more private setting, Takaichi and other party officials shared congratulatory remarks, feeling positive about their performance, although they admitted that the extent of their success had exceeded expectations. The LDP achieved a historic landslide victory in the House of Representatives election, securing more than two-thirds of the seats. This outcome signifies a return to a political environment similar to that during Shinzo Abe's second administration, characterized by a strong ruling party and several smaller opposition parties. Over the coming weeks, a detailed examination of how this 'one strong, many weak' dynamic will reshape Japanese politics will be conducted in a three-part series, analyzing the implications of such a concentration of power. Party insiders believe that a significant factor contributing to this success was Takaichi's high approval ratings, which have bolstered the party's image and electoral prospects. As Japanese politics enters this new era dominated by the LDP, questions remain about how this newfound power will impact legislative processes and the overall political discourse in the country.