City Council
	The city council is comprised of 63 councilors elected directly by Kawasaki residents. The assembly deliberates city ordinances, budgets, and petitions, and passes final resolutions. In addition to the four regular sessions held annually, ad hoc sessions are also called when necessary. Five standing committees have been also established. The city council also carries out PR activities through its monthly magazine, the TV, and the Internet.
	■ Number of seats in each ward:     ■ Kawasaki Ward : 10     ■ Saiwai Ward : 7     ■ Nakahara Ward : 10     ■ Takatsu Ward : 9     ■ Miyamae Ward : 10     ■ Tama Ward : 10     ■ Asao Ward : 7
	Kawasaki City Council's Official Website http://www.city.kawasaki.jp/council/
	●Citizens' Ombudsman System
	The Citizen's Ombudsman System protects the rights of citizens by resolving complaints and issues related to city government, and by monitoring the municipal administration on behalf of the citizens. When deemed necessary, an Ombudsman may also advise and make recommendations to the mayor, local government and agencies in order to improve existing local public services.
	●The Ombudsperson System for Human Rights
	The Ombudsperson System for Human Rights provides consultations on issues related to the violation of children's rights, including bullying and abuse, and on the violation of human rights regarding gender equality, including domestic violence and sexual harassment, to provide redress in cooperation with related institutions.
	Kawasaki Citizens' Ombudsman System & Ombudsperson System for Human Rights Official Website http://www.city.kawasaki.jp/75/75sioz/home/jimu/ichiran_i60.htm

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