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Women's
Empowerment

The “Power of Women” has the greatest potential in Japanese society, which is not yet fully mobilized. It is essential for a vibrant and growing society to create an environment where women can demonstrate their power to the fullest extent. That is why the facilitation of women’s active role has been positioned as an important element in Japan’s Revitalization Strategy. However, our vision for women’s empowerment and gender equality does not stop there.

Articles and Videos

Shining in Japan

Inspire, Empower, Advance - Women of Vision 6

Sake is the family business of brewmaster IMADA Miho, a resident of Akitsu, Hiroshima. IMADA has spent over 15 years perfecting production techniques at Imada Shuzō,...

Women Empowerment and Resilience in Tohoku

Nakamura Miku left big city life to volunteer in the relief efforts following the Great Tohoku Earthquake of 2011, and the subsequent tsunami.

Inspire, Empower, Advance - Women of Vision 4

You'll find numerous female leaders in Japan, working actively to create a better society for all with their enduring passion, unwavering commitment, and firm conviction.

Inspire, Empower, Advance - Women of Vision 3

This video series features energetic women in Japan, who are making a difference to create a better society with their enduring passion, unwavering commitment, and firm conviction.

Inspire, Empower, Advance - Women of Vision 1

This video series features energetic women in Japan, who are making a difference to create a better society with their enduring passion, unwavering commitment, and firm conviction.

Japan's nursing clothing for working moms

Nursing clothing brand Mo-House is advocating the idea of mothers bringing their children to work -- an idea that was not previously accepted in Japan.

How Japan's Tokachi Girls Farm is changing the game

In Japan's northernmost prefecture of Hokkaido, the founders of Tokachi Girls Farm hope to grow the presence of young female farmers in the country.

Lacking manpower, Japanese firms court women

As demographics shift, society ages and global competition intensifies, more and more Japanese companies are making efforts to attract and keep women active in the workforce.

Promoting the active role of women in the fields of science

In 2017, Japan hosts the World Assembly for Women (WAW!) to discuss challenges that women face globally whilst promoting women in science, technology, engineering and maths.

Explore Space through Mutual Trust on the International Space Station

This video features Kanako Daigo, a Japanese astronaut training instructor. While her training covers advanced skills and expertise for responding to emergencies, she emphasizes the importance of trust...

Working Side by Side

Inspire, Empower, Advance - Women of Vision 5

Dr. SHIODA Kayoko, PhD, is a trailblazer for Japanese women in the field of epidemiology. Whether working with the US Centers for Disease Control or WHO to fight Covid-19 and...

Empowering Agriculture in the Republic of Kenya

Japan is implementing a unique project to support farmers in Kenya. This project helps farmers to evaluate their own situation…

Sharing Technology for Underground Transit(Metro) in India

In India, Japanese technology contributed to building the Delhi Metro. Ms. Abe, the president of Oriental Consultants India Private Limited, helped build the Delhi Metro as the only woman in the project team. The Delhi Metro's system is a symbol of India-Japan ties.

Saving lives of Both Mother and Child in Cambodia

In Cambodia, we are assisting mothers giving birth, thereby protecting their lives and the lives of their children.

Contributing Worldwide

The female entrepreneurs shaping Japan’s future

Meet Mona and Mariko, just two of the women helping shape Japan’s entrepreneurial future. Watch now and learn how they’re making it easier to make better choices, for a better world.

Providing Seamless Obstetric Support in Miami

Ms. Sasaki, a Japanese pediatric cardiologist, provides care for expectant mothers in Miami. Her support continues after a baby is born, and she is working to develop seamless support that begins with prenatal care and continues into postnatal care, all under the same roof.

Overcoming Cancer with Hope

This video shows the work of Japanese Professor Komaki who introduced "Proton Therapy" at a university medical center in the US to help patients overcome cancer.

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