gender equality in Japan
Japan's First Female Prime Minister Confronts Historical Ban on Women in Sumo Ring
Nov 22, 2025 05:29 pm CST
Japan's first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a cultural dilemma over whether to challenge the centuries-old tradition prohibiting women from entering the sacred sumo ring. While her conservative values suggest she will respect this practice, her historic position has reignited debate about gender restrictions in Japan's religious and traditional spaces that many consider increasingly out of touch with modern society.
Japan's First Female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi: What Her Leadership Means for Women's Equality in Japan
Oct 22, 2025 02:38 pm CST
Sanae Takaichi has made history as Japan's first female prime minister, but her conservative policies and male-dominated cabinet raise questions about meaningful progress for gender equality in a country ranked 118th globally for gender parity. Despite breaking the glass ceiling herself, Takaichi's alignment with traditional values and limited female appointments signal challenging prospects for women's advancement in Japanese society and politics.
Historic Milestone: Sanae Takaichi Becomes Japan's First Female Prime Minister Amid Political Challenges
Oct 21, 2025 01:02 pm CST
Sanae Takaichi has made history as Japan's first woman prime minister, forming a minority government after an unexpected coalition with the Japan Innovation Party. A China hawk and social conservative, Takaichi faces significant challenges including an upcoming Trump visit, economic stagnation, and declining LDP support. Despite her conservative views on traditional family structures, she promises a cabinet with "Nordic" levels of women representation in a country ranked 118th in global gender equality.