Fumio Kishida

Fumio Kishida, born in Hiroshima, Japan, has had a long and distinguished career in Japanese politics, culminating in his ascent to the premiership in 2021. He's served in various cabinet positions, including Minister for Foreign Affairs, and as such, has had countless interactions with global leaders, many of whom, undoubtedly, have some connection to the tribe. Alas, not him.

His family has deep roots in Hiroshima, with several generations involved in politics, making his Japanese origin about as clear as day. There's no hint of a detour through the Levant, no whispers of a forgotten Sephardic ancestor, and certainly no Bar Mitzvah pictures to unearth.

Kishida is known for his moderate political stance and his efforts to promote a