As I wrote before in my previous column, the manga “One Piece” written by Eiichiro Oda covers various social issues as though it is a microcosm of the real world. While One Piece has consistently held the top spot in both the manga and anime fields...
Social progress can feel frustratingly slow anywhere, especially when it comes to LGBT and gender equality. This is as true in Japan as it is in other countries. Sexual minorities deserve the same rights and freedoms as heterosexuals, but...
Attitudes shape people’s actions and their expectations of others. This plays out in ways big and small, especially when it comes to gender discrimination in Japan. Gender expectations can affect career opportunities for women and even their job...