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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Japanese Online Marketplace Bans Fetal Ultrasounds To Stop Alleged Scams

A viral social media post raised fears that scammers would use the pics to blackmail men for either money or marriage.

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?

INSIDER

[Insider] Are Parasols in Asia Racist?

Parasols: Harmless way to avoid skin cancer and wrinkles - or a statement on how white supremacy has dominated Asia?

SEX & NIGHTLIFE

Former Japanese Porn Actress Threatens to Expose Bride Over Dress Insult

Mikami Yua thought she was just wearing a nice dress. Then a bride-to-be found the star's Instagram and they both went viral.

LGBTQ

Support for Transgender Rights Slips Hard in Japan, Says New Worldwide Survey

While LGBTQ people in general lost support, transgender people face challenges in Japan in terms of both awareness and acceptance.

WOMEN

Japanese Women’s University Says It’ll Admit Men, Draws Mixed Reactions

The shift reflects the change in women's education over the past century as well as the impact of population decline on enrollment.

WOMEN

Japanese Female TV Host Says Station Turned Her Sexual Harassment Into Content

The woman alleges the station not only tolerated the harassment but turned it into fodder for local broadcast.

WOMEN

2025 Gender Gap Report Finds Japan Still at Bottom of G7

While Japan made progress in several areas, it took a huge step back in representation at the highest level of government.