Japan gender equality

For many, Mori’s derogatory remarks toward women were the final straw in growing distrust behind the delayed Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics.

Sexist comments from the organizing committee head underline Japan’s deep-seated gender issues.

As the pandemic exacerbates poverty rates among single mothers, the shortcomings of womenomics reforms are on full display.

Japan’s law requiring married couples to use the same surname has come under the spotlight as a significant obstacle to women’s empowerment.

A more uncertain and competitive political climate could lead to urgently needed quota legislation for female politicians.

Public support is growing to make parental leave compulsory for fathers. But will that encourage a more equal sharing of the childcare burden?

A controversy surrounding women being forced to wear high heels at work has exploded into a new #KuToo protest movement.

After years of community pressure to raise awareness, abuse victims are speaking out in record numbers.

Japan made small improvements in the World Economic Forum’s gender equality ranking but remains alarmingly behind.

A Tokyo-backed project shines a light on online behavior in four Asia-Pacific countries.

Women are making in-roads in the Defense Ministry and Self-Defense Forces, but more needs to be done.