Today is election day〜
First, just remember these 3 things↓
②You’ll vote twice this time（mayoral election + city council by-election）
③Today, you don’t “write a name”; you mark a “○”
You’ll mark a ○ above the name of the person you want to vote for, like this:
Quoted from Elections Using Symbol-Style Voting｜Nishinomiya City Website
※Early voting（through yesterday）used the method of writing a name, but today’s same-day voting uses the symbol-style method. The same method was used in the 2022 mayoral election
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Voting Hours and Location
7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Your polling place is only the location written on your voter card. You cannot vote at a different polling place.
If you’re like, “Aaaah, I lost my voter card and don’t know where to go〜〜,” check here↓
🔍Find Your Polling Place
Enter the name of your town, and you’ll be able to find your polling place↓
For details about polling places, check the “Polling Places and Vote Counting Venue” page on the official Nishinomiya City website.
Read This Before Leaving Home
What should I bring?
If you have your voter card, bring it with you to make things smoother. Honestly, it’s okay even if you don’t have it. Just tell the staff at the polling place, “I don’t have my voter card.”
※ID is not required, but having one may make confirmation quicker in some cases
Can I bring my child?
Yes, you can. Children under 18 may enter the polling place with you.
What if I need someone to accompany me?
If you need assistance, you may enter together with a companion. Please tell the staff at the polling place.
From Entering the Polling Place to Leaving
This is the most important part this time〜
①Enter the polling place
②Hand over your voter card at reception
（If you don’t have it, just say, “I don’t have my voter card”）
③Once they confirm your information, you’ll receive a white ballot
→ This is for the mayoral election
④Go to the voting booth. The candidates’ names are printed on the ballot, so mark a “○” in the box above the person you want to vote for
→ You don’t write a name! Just mark a ○!
⑤Put it in the ballot box(probably a silver box)
⑥ Next, you’ll receive a cream-colored ballot
→ This is for the city council by-election
⑦ Mark a “○” the same way and put it in the ballot box
⑧ You’re done! Thanks for voting〜
8 Common Questions About Voting in Nishinomiya
I don’t know where to put the ○
The candidates’ names are printed on the ballot. Just mark a ○ in the box above the name. Instructions are also posted at the voting booth.
I made a mistake（marked the wrong ○）
If you tell the staff, they can exchange it for a new ballot. Please don’t try to secretly fix it yourself; just ask.
I can’t write, or I have difficulty using my hands
Proxy voting is available. Two polling place staff members will assist you. Your vote will remain secret. Please tell the reception staff.
The text is too small to see
Polling places have magnifying glasses and loupes available. If you need one, ask the staff.
I want to vote in Braille
Braille voting is also available. Please request it at reception.
I want to communicate in writing
A communication sheet is available. You can point to it at reception to communicate.
Are there restrooms?
It depends on the polling place, but most polling places have restrooms. Ask the staff at the entrance.
I want a voting certificate
After you vote, tell the staff, “Please give me a voting certificate”, and they’ll give you one.
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