BBC News - Fury Over Japan Rape Gaffe
A senior Japanese politician is forced to apologise after defending the behaviour of gang rapists.
CBS News - Rape Debate In Japan
Gang-rapes at rave parties provoke a long suppressed outcry, as well as a 'boys will be boys' reply.
Discerning Cultural Questions
Article on Duke anthropologist who did research on women's roles in Japan.
Globalization and Women's Labour Activism in
Uses the women?s movement in Japan as a conduit for those disadvantaged by globalization to mount protests and propose alternatives.
Japanese Women's Diaspora
Interview of a Japanese lady examining issues of gender, Japanese history and contemporary society.
Japanese Women's Magazines: Inspiration and C
Explores the role of magazines made for Japanese women and their social impact.
Japanese Women: A Step Behind?
Examines Japanese women's role in society with a look at gender, role models, work, and current trends.
List of Historical Japanese Women
Provides background information on several influential Japanese women in history, and actresses.
Remarkable Japanese Women
A collection of stories, quotes, anecdotes, impressions, and opinions, as they relate to Japanese women and society.
Women in Japan?s Temporary Services Industry
Essay on the changing environment for women in the workplace and the use of temp workers to hold down wages and benefits.