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EPISODE · Jun 12, 2026 · 9 MIN

Why Japan ranks last in G7 gender equality

from Japan Today Spotlight · host Japan Today

Japan consistently ranks near the bottom of international gender equality indexes despite being one of the world’s largest economies. From politics and corporate leadership to wages and caregiving expectations, significant gaps remain. This episode examines why progress has been slow, what the data shows and whether Japan is finally beginning to change.Watch the full Japan Today Spotlight series on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLmgel-5aDxrGswj_8hRRiUwdm5tGGTH

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