A person who runs for election or declares candidacy for public office; someone registered as a candidate aiming to be elected.
立候補者は街頭で公約を掲げ、住民に訴えかけた。
The candidate presented a platform on the street and appealed to residents.
立候補者の登録は今週末で締め切られる。
Candidate registration closes this weekend.
多くの立候補者が支持を争っているため、討論会が開かれた。
Because many candidates are competing for support, a debate was held.