[4] Itako has a mayor-council form of government with a directly elected mayor and a unicameral city council of 16 members.

In terms of national politics, the city is part of Ibaraki 2nd district of the lower house of the Diet of Japan.

For senior high school, there is one public institution where students must pass entrance exams for admission, with tuition fees applicable.

Higher education opportunities are available at nearby institutions, such as Ibaraki University, which provides a range of academic programs.

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