Is Shigeru Ishiba A-List?
NoC
No — Shigeru Ishiba is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1996C$0.1M
House of Representatives
Elected to the House of Representatives, representing Tottori 1st district.
2007B▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Minister of Defense
Appointed Minister of Defense, focusing on national security.
2012B$0.5M+$0.2M
LDP Secretary-General
Serves as Secretary-General of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).
2024B$1M+$0.5M
Prime Minister of Japan
Assumes office as Prime Minister of Japan.
2025C▼$1.5M+$0.5M
Resigns as Prime Minister
Resigns as Prime Minister after unsuccessful coalition talks.
2026C$2M+$0.5M
Elder Statesman
Remains an influential figure in Japanese politics.
Last updated: February 25, 2026