Translation guide
A Japanese political party. The official English name is 'Japan Innovation Party', but it is commonly referred to in Japanese as 日本維新の会 (Nippon Ishin no Kai) or simply 維新 (Ishin).
Japan Innovation Party
Often abbreviated as 維新 (Ishin) or 維新の会 (Ishin no Kai).
The Japan Innovation Party is promoting reforms.
Common abbreviation used in news and casual conversation. Often combined with の会 (no kai) in informal settings.
Ishin has strong support in Osaka.
Slightly less formal than the full name, but still common. Often used when the context is clear.
The Ishin no Kai might increase its seats in the next election.
The official reading of 日本 in the party name is にっぽん (Nippon), not にほん (Nihon). However, both readings are understood.