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How Men in Japan Harass Female Athletes with Infrared Cameras

Some men in Japan have been violating female athletes with nonconsensual photography for years. But now they've found a new method of harassment: infrared cameras.

Report: Japan’s Gender Gap Fails to Improve in 2024

The latest World Economic Forum report on the world's gender gap shows Japan has failed to make any meaningful progress for several years running.

Original Fujiko Voice Actress From ‘Lupin III’ Passes Away

June 4, 2024
Entertainment, News, Women

Masuyama Eiko, 88, has passed away. As Fujiko in Lupin III, she voiced one of the most recognizable female anime characters in history.

An Empress of Japan? New Poll Shows a Majority Support It

Will the next emperor of Japan be an empress? A new poll shows a clear majority support it - but there are obstacles.

100 Porn Stars March Japan’s Streets Protesting New Law

Legislators in Japan say a new Adult Video (AV) law curbs the porn industry's worst abuses. Industry stars say it's killing their livelihoods.

New Joint Custody in Japan Law Worries Child, DV Victims Advocates

In a major shift, Japan plans to introduce joint custody post-divorce. Critics worry domestic violence victims and kids may be left behind.

Shinjuku’s Host Clubs Will Raise Age Limit to 20

As police and politicians put host clubs under a microscope, Shinjuku clubs announced they'll bar 18- and 19-year-olds from entering. But that promise hasn't been enough to prevent a police crackdown.

Survey: Japan’s Part-Time Public Employees Suffer Severe Workplace Harassment

A new survey says the vast majority of Japan's irregular public servants - many of them women - routinely suffer harassment at their jobs. Why does no one seem to be doing anything about it?

Japan Women’s Org Colabo Scores a Court Victory Against Harassment

A court throws out an inflammatory lawsuit, part of a recent string of attempts to silence a Tokyo organization that helps girls in trouble. Read more about the frivolous lawsuit batted back by Colabo and its allies.

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