PM Sanae Takaichi is considering an election date of February 8, a source with knowledge of the matter said.

The snap election, if called in Feburary, would be just about five months into Takaichi's term as prime minister.

Country's first female prime minister hopes a bigger majority will help her implement her political and fiscal agenda.

PM Sanae Takaichi is considering an election date of February 8, a source with knowledge of the matter said.

Prime minister hoping to consolidate grip on power by winning majority for ruling party