Ikeda Hayato was a prominent Japanese politician who served as the Prime Minister of Japan from 1960 to 1964. He was a member of the Liberal Democratic Party and played a significant role in Japan's post-war economic recovery. His leadership focused on strengthening Japan's international relations and promoting economic growth. During his tenure, Ikeda introduced the Income Doubling Plan, which aimed to double the national income within ten years. This ambitious initiative contributed to Japan's rapid economic expansion during the 1960s, establishing the country as a major global economic power.