Episode 32. Gender Inequality in Japan

Japan has often been in the spotlight for its gender inequality issues. While the nation has made significant advancements in various sectors, the gender gap remains a stubborn challenge. The problem was put under the spotlight…again… when it was revealed that no women were appointed among vice ministers and parliamentary secretaries in the recent Cabinet formation, a first since the LDP's return to power in 2012. While Prime Minister Kishida appointed a record-tying five women as Cabinet ministers,  This makes only 7% of the Cabinet, vice ministers, and parliamentary secretaries being women.