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Deciphering Japan (U)
Social Interest – 45minsExplore the complexities of womanhood in Japan, Asia’s first industrialized economy, currently ranked 121 on the Gender Gap Index. Journalist Yumi Araki delves into the challenges of being a woman in a society steeped in patriarchy. From finishing schools teaching traditional roles to women challenging norms by prioritizing careers, Yumi witnesses the evolving narrative.
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Deciphering Japan (U)
Social Interest – 45mins 09/10/2024 - 6:00 amExplore the complexities of womanhood in Japan, Asia’s first industrialized economy, currently ranked 121 on the Gender Gap Index. Journalist Yumi Araki delves into the challenges of being a woman in a society steeped in patriarchy. From finishing schools teaching traditional roles to women challenging norms by prioritizing careers, Yumi witnesses the evolving narrative.