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Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
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Emblem of the Government of Japan
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Incumbent
Tetsushi Sakamoto

since 14 December 2023
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Style His Excellency
Member of Cabinet of Japan
Reports to Prime Minister of Japan
Nominator Prime Minister of Japan
Appointer Emperor of Japan
attested to by the Emperor
Precursor Minister of Education
Director-General of the Science and Technology Agency
Formation July 5, 1978; 46 years ago (1978-07-05)
Deputy State Minister of Agriculture
Salary ¥20,916,000

The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is an important member of the Cabinet of Japan. This person leads the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Their job is to make sure Japan has enough food and that its farms, forests, and fishing industries are doing well.

The Prime Minister of Japan chooses who will be the minister. Then, the Emperor of Japan officially appoints them.

The current Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is Tetsushi Sakamoto. He started his role on December 14, 2023.

What Does the Minister Do?

The Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is in charge of many things. They help farmers grow crops and raise animals. They also look after Japan's forests and make sure they are healthy. Another big part of their job is managing fishing to keep our oceans full of fish.

Helping Farmers and Fishermen

This minister works to support people who grow food and catch fish. They create rules and programs to help these industries. This includes making sure farmers have the tools they need. It also involves protecting the environment where food is grown or caught.

Food Safety and Supply

A key role of the minister is to ensure that Japan has a stable food supply. They also work to make sure all food is safe to eat. This means checking food quality and preventing problems. They help make sure there's enough food for everyone.

History of the Ministry

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries was officially created on July 5, 1978. Before that, similar roles existed under different names. This ministry brings together all the efforts to manage Japan's natural resources for food and industry.

Important Leaders Over Time

Many different people have served as the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. These leaders have worked hard to guide Japan's food and natural resource policies. Each minister plays a part in shaping how Japan manages its land and sea.

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