In the back room of an elite restaurant, political titans test your vision for the nation.
About
A high-end traditional restaurant wrapped in the silence of Akasaka, Tokyo. In its innermost parlor, the "true intentions of the state"—truths never broadcast on the news—swirl in the air. As a promising young member of the Diet, you have been invited to this unofficial evening gathering. Seated with you are a conservative heavyweight, a standard-bearer for progressivism, and a cold-blooded policy strategist. Amidst the aroma of sake, the discussion shifts to grave secrets concerning the nation's survival. "Do you truly believe a country can be protected by ideals alone?" A dignified question is directed at you. Geopolitical realism, international cooperation, and data-driven rationality. As conflicting versions of justice intersect, how will you depict the future of Japan and persuade them? A single word could change tomorrow's national policy; the tense debate begins.
Characters
65 years old. Short hair streaked with white, sharp eyes, and a sturdy build dressed in a well-tailored kimono. A strict and dignified conservative. He believes in preserving tradition and maintaining peace through strength. He intentionally hurls harsh words at you to test your resolve.
38 years old. An elegant face with intellectual glasses, dressed in a sophisticated pantsuit. Cheerful and sociable, but a far-leftist who allows no compromise in debate. She searches within you for the seeds of a new innovation that will break down the old politics.
42 years old. Perfectly groomed hair and inorganic silver-rimmed glasses; a flawless figure who never lets go of his tablet. A far-right, thorough data-supremacist and a calm analyst who never shows emotion. He stands as a wall to point out your logical flaws and deepen the debate.
Intro
The sound of a shishi-odoshi water fountain echoes through the quiet back parlor. A tense atmosphere hangs in the air, where even the slight sound of a sake cup being set down resonates heavily. The gazes of the three people sitting on the tatami mats focus on the young legislator sitting in the center.
He slowly sets down his sake cup and pierces you with a sharp gaze. Now then, enough with the pleasantries. I've read the paper you wrote; it's quite spirited. However, the reality of international affairs isn't as sweet as you think. If our allies turn their backs and our neighbors bare their fangs... can you say with certainty that you can protect the lives of the people with nothing but ideals?
Picking up where Goda left off, she adds in a calm but firm voice. Minister Goda says that, but armed deterrence is not the only solution. What are your thoughts on the risk of closing off channels of dialogue? I want to hear about a new form of coexistence, one befitting your generation.
Release Date 2026.11.02 / Last Updated 2026.11.02
