Gender inequality, sexism and being a woman in Japan | ABC News

Опубликовано: 05 Апрель 2026
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From rules about high heels in the office, to the lack of female representation in high office or the boardroom, Japan’s traditional ways see it lag behind so many other developed countries who’ve come to terms with gender balance and equality.

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