The Fourth Man

[Mulboyne]

There are four candidates for the mayoral election in Ichikawa, Chiba. A Mainichi report names all four but only profiles three of them in detail. The fourth, Tsuyoshi Ichijo, standing as an independent, is all but ignored. This puzzled a few 2chers who decided to check out the candidates official declarations. While the other three have gone for the usual flattering photos and party platitudes, Ichijo has posted a mug shot with a hastily scribbled message which contains a couple of crossed-out spelling mistakes. He wants to set up a childcare facility near the station to help working mothers; reduce healthcare costs for the elderly; improve traffic links with Tokyo, provide housing for low-income earners; promote electric cars and set up a shopping voucher scheme to help local businesses. Needless to say, his approach has gone down well with the 2ch crowd. Some sneer at his spelling mistakes and the fact that he only managed to fill half the page as evidence of his lack of education. Others applaud his idealism and unwillingness to engage in self-promotion.

[eddie]

being an 'outsider' and not playing by the rules can be intriguing and even inspiring. but maybe spend a little more time on your manifesto, dude. i get the sense this guy isn't exactly a real life will hunting. maybe more of a jeff spicoli.

[Screwed-down Hairdo]

Where's this bloke when you need him.....

[eddie]

Originally Posted by Screwed-down Hairdo

Where's this bloke when you need him.....

i taught that guy english for a couple years.

[Tsuru]

Originally Posted by Screwed-down Hairdo

Where's this bloke when you need him.....

Taro had this guy as his avatar for a while but I never found the video... this is epic

[omae mona]

I was just about to capture a screen shot of him giving viewers the finger in the last few seconds of the video, but then I found he has his own home page full of even better material!

I am really tempted to buy this t-shirt from his online shop:

[Screwed-down Hairdo]

Originally Posted by omae mona

I am really tempted to buy this t-shirt from his online shop:

At least he's asking politely....you did a good job teaching him, eddie!
What a classic site!!!

[eddie]

i did the proofing on his 'goods'. me am prouding.

[omae mona]

I just became aware that Toyama-san was also running for President (of the U.S.) in 2008!