Tokyo, Oct 22, 2025 (AFP) - 'Get married': The reality of Japanese politics for women

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2025-10-22

After Sanae Takaichi took office as Japan's first woman prime minister, AFP spoke to some of her younger counterparts who called it a symbolic victory. The three local councillors anticipate Takaichi's win will do little to shift the male-dominated world of politics or entrenched expectations that women will prioritise family over career. - 'Get married' - After spending time away, Makoto Sasaki returned to her northern hometown Miyako, hoping......

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