In the House of Representatives election held on October 8, the Center-Right Reform Coalition, which includes the Constitutional Democratic Party and Komeito, secured less than a third of the seats compared to prior expectations. As the party's hopes rapidly diminished after the establishment of the coalition, there are growing concerns about its future viability. Disappointment and frustration have emerged from candidates, local lawmakers, and supporters, revealing deep divisions within the party regarding their prospects and strategies moving forward.

In Tokyo, the situation was particularly bleak as the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) won all 30 electoral districts, marking the first instance since the introduction of the single-member district system in 1996 that the LDP dominated every district in the city. Among the Center-Right candidates, all 24 lost, further emphasizing the depth of the coalition's defeat. This has raised alarms within the party about its strategy and alignment with voter expectations, leading to calls for reflection and potential restructuring.

The morning after the election, Akira Nagatsuma, a veteran candidate who once served as Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare under the Democratic Party administration, publicly expressed the need for introspection and dialogue within the party regarding its future direction. Despite losing in the Tokyo 27th district, he was able to secure a seat via proportional representation. His remarks indicate a recognition within the party that significant changes in approach and strategy are necessary to regain voter trust and effectiveness in upcoming elections.