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Politics

“Honorary Man”: Takaichi Sanae Scorned, Shunned by Japanese Feminists

The woman who may be Japan's first prime minister is under fire for her "fossil-like thinking" on women's rights.

History

Shinjuku’s Moulin Rouge: The Theater That Danced Through War and Censorship

Japanese imperial authorities frequently raided it and censored its scripts. Despite this, the women at the Shinjuku Moulin Rouge danced on.

Travel

Japan Closes Tourist Driver’s License Exchange Loophole

Tourists to Japan used to be able to get a powerful souvenir: a Japanese driver's license. But that's all changed.

Society

False Claim of “Muslim Lunches” Makes Japan’s Kitakyushu a Hate Target

No, the city of Kitakyushu isn't offering "Muslim lunches" to students. Other schools in Japan, however, have - and with heartwarming results.

Travel

As Tourists Flood In, Kamakura Battles Vandalism and Public Urination

City officials warn they may have to take more drastic measures to curtail tourists if conditions don't improve.

Society

Tokyo Court: Company President’s Harassment Led to Employee’s Suicide

The woman, an employee of cosmetics maker D-Up, said the company's president called her a "stray dog" before putting her on leave.

Women

1st vs. 118th: On Gender Equality, Japan and Iceland Took Different Roads

The Emperor of Japan asked Iceland's president a very good question recently: Why is your gender gap so much smaller than ours?

Women

The Debate Over Women-Only Parking Spaces in Japan

Do women-only parking spaces create a safe space for women? Or do they unnecessarily stereotype female drivers?