Kyodo survey: 81.5% support resignation of former agriculture minister Yana

TOKYO — A survey conducted by Kyodo News found that 81.5% of respondents support the resignation of former Japanese agriculture minister Yana, according to results released on October 17.

The figure reflects broad public agreement with the former minister's decision to leave his post, amid continued public interest in issues surrounding him.

The Kyodo News survey was carried out to gauge public attitudes toward current political developments. The 81.5% support rate indicates that most respondents considered the resignation an appropriate step.

Full details on the timing, scope and methodology of the survey were not included in the released information.