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What's behind Japan's gender gap

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November 05, 2024 5:15am

16m

After Japan's recent election, there are now 73 women in the lower house of parliament. While this is the highest number yet, it still is only 15%. Japan ranks 118 out of 146 countries when it comes to gender equality. Why do women in such a wealthy and highly educated country still struggle to get into positions of power in Japan?

Guest: Freelance journalist and activist, Chie Matsumoto