LAW & CRIME
Lawsuit Draws Attention to Sexual Abuse in Japan’s Education System
A victim fights for justice - and unearths some disturbing trends in Japan - after being sexually assaulted by her teacher over…
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LAW & CRIME
POLITICS
Fight to Raise Japan’s National Age of Consent Ramps Up
Japan is considering following South Korea and raising the national age of sexual consent - but the effort isn't without hurdles.
WOMEN
Women Sound Alarm as Japan Plans to Slash Childcare Benefits
A planned subsidy cut by the Suga government could be a major blow to women and families already struggling during the COVID-19…
SOCIETY
Survey Reveals Japan’s Enormous Dependence on Child Care Institutions
A new survey conducted by the Japanese government brings to light just how many kids are left to wallow in Japan's foster…
SOCIETY
Sexual Assault by Trusted Caregivers in Japan Rising
Sexual abuse by teachers and caregivers in Japan appears to be rising. Advocates say one reason is a major systemic flaw in…
CULTURE
The Lesser-Known Festivals of Japan: Scary Edition
These festivals in Japan may not be as well known as some of their counterparts, but they're guaranteed to send a chill…
ENTERTAINMENT
Love Live! Poster Sparks Outcry Over Child Exploitation
A new poster controversy in Japan - this time involving the anime Love Live! - leaves many in the country furious over…
ENTERTAINMENT
Japan Prefecture’s Proposed Screen Limits Draw Backlash
Kagawa Prefecture is proposing strict limits on kids' screen time - but critics say the Prefectural Assembly's approach is played out.