For the primary time in 20 years, the Oita gubernatorial election was a battle between newcomers, and former Oita mayor Kiichiro Sato, who was beneficial by the Liberal Democratic Party and the Komeito prefectural headquarters, gained the election for the primary time.
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Oita gubernatorial election Mr. Kiichiro Sato wins the primary election for the primary time in 20 years | NHK
