Ota Ward assembly member Matsumoto Hiroyuki resigned over improper receipt of political-activity funds; the ward mayor filed a criminal complaint

On May 1, 2026, the Ota Ward Assembly chair announced that Komeito member Matsumoto Hiroyuki had improperly received political-activity funds (seikatsu-hi), a public-money allowance. Matsumoto submitted his resignation, and the chair demanded full repayment and an explanation.