A grotesque cartoon kid version of masked wrestler and councilor Super Sasuke sits at a council desk as his eyeballs spring from their sockets and stare at a gavel. He wears a wrestling mask and small suit, with cracked lips and dark under-eye bags.

Council Clash Sasuke

Masked Wrestler Wins Japan City Council Seat-and Permission to Wear His Mask in the Chamber

Published November 11, 2026

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Masked wrestler Super Sasuke has won election to a Japanese city council, bringing his signature ring look into local government. Officials have approved his request to wear the mask during council sessions, making the unusual attire part of the story-and the council’s dress-code debate.

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According to the Mainichi Shimbun, masked wrestler Super Sasuke was elected to a city council in Japan. He sought permission to wear his mask during council proceedings, and the council approved the request. The decision allows him to keep the distinctive appearance associated with his wrestling career while serving as a local representative. The story highlights the unusual intersection of performance identity and official council rules.

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