About

I am a political scientist specializing in political behavior, political economy, and political violence. Specifically, I am interested in violent causes and consequences of far-right parties, policy choices under fiscal constraints, and survival strategy of political institutions and elite polarization. Methodologically, I draw on advanced quantitative analyses, (quasi) experimental methods, and causal inference.

My papers are published in Comparative Political Studies, European Journal of Political Research, Political Science Research and Methods, Party Politics, and Journal of European Public Policy. My research was awarded the 2024 James Caporaso Prize for the best paper published in Comparative Political Studies.

After finishing LL.B. in international legal studies, I earned Master of Public Policy (GraSPP, University of Tokyo), Master of Politics (Wilf Family Department of Politics, NYU), and Ph.D. in Government (Department of Government, University of Essex). Previously, I worked for Department of Economics and Graduate School of Economics at University of Tokyo. I have also involved with the European Research Council funded project at University of London.

When I am not working, you can find me practicing Iaido, enjoying Pilates classes, or hunting for the perfect chocolates.