[Exclusive: Shigeru Ishiba Interview] Former PM Reflects on One Year in Office; Now Available on Shinchosha's New Subscription Service 'Shincho QUE'

On May 18, Shinchosha launched its new subscription service, 'Shincho QUE.' To commemorate the launch, the platform is featuring an exclusive interview with former Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Despite long-standing expectations as the 'next leader,' Mr. Ishiba stepped down after just over a year in office. In this interview, he reflects on his turbulent tenure, the reasoning behind his fifth run for the LDP presidency, the criteria for selecting his cabinet, and the strategic background of the snap election called immediately after his inauguration.

'Shincho QUE' is designed to provide cross-sectional access to Shinchosha's vast non-fiction and humanities content, focusing on cultivating the 'power to question.' Key features include:

1. Expert Knowledge: Access to articles and insights from leading figures in various fields. 2. Intellectual Habits: Curated e-books and educational videos to foster regular learning. 3. Early Access: Get the digital edition of 'Weekly Shincho' a day before its release. 4. Intelligence Strengthening: Unlimited access to 'Foresight,' a members-only political and economic site. 5. Personal Archive: A 'My Note' feature to organize and store thoughts and questions.

[Plan Details] - Premium Plan: 2,400 JPY/month (tax included) - Premium+ Plan: 24,000 JPY/year (includes an exclusive Tadanori Yokoo tote bag) - International + Foresight Plan: 800 JPY/month *Corporate plans are also available for enterprise clients.