Takaichi’s popular among women despite gender inequality in Japan

Politicians don’t often find themselves on packages of cookies. Nor do their bags tend to go viral, sparking a fashion craze. But few politicians are quite like Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. Since she took office in October, Takaichi has developed somewhat of a cult following, particularly among some younger voters and women. The post Takaichi’s popular among women despite gender inequality in Japan appeared first on Asia Times.

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