Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:23pm on 21 Oct 2025,Tuesday International
Sanae Takaichi has become Japan’s first female prime minister. Her rise is historic in a male-dominated political system. Many celebrate this as a step for women. But critics say Takaichi’s conservative views may not help gender equality. She opposes same-sex marriage, separate surnames for married women, and women in the imperial succession. Some young women say her leadership may reinforce traditional roles. Takaichi supports childcare incentives but sticks to conservative policies. Her backers include senior LDP figures like Taro Aso. While her election is symbolic, experts say real change for women in Japan may still be slow. (PC: X)
