India, Feb. 6 -- T he world of politics has often witnessed its share of drama and scandals, but few have sparked the kind of virality that Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is now at the centre of. Her $900 (Rs.81,295) black leather handbag is sold out, her pink pen has gone viral, and even her favourite snacks, such as shrimp rice crackers, are in high demand. This youth-driven pop culture phenomenon is being dubbed "sanakatsu" or "sanamania." It is the distinctive personality of the 64-year-old, who is also Japan's first female Prime Minister, that appears to be fuelling the craze. Ahead of elections in Japan on Sunday, the trend has boosted her popularity, particularly among voters under 30. HTC...