The Japanese Playboy edition celebrated its 40th anniversary with a seven-page cover story questioning the new prime minister's agenda. The magazine known for its provocative shots of women, featured views regarding Shinzo Abe's policy from people ranging from an independent politician to journalists to comedians.

"Our weekly magazine's motto is and always has been, 'Be more naked!'" Playboy said.

The magazine referred to Abe's male-dominated cabinet, "Men and women, and Japan, be more naked! Shinzo Abe and your fellow men, are you ready?"

The commentators challenged Abe for not providing clear explanations on important issues like Japan's finances to the widening gap between rich and poor.

Abe, 52, has been garnering high public approval ratings even with media criticism attacking his lack of a clear agenda.