A Mayor Is Taking Maternity Leave in Japan. Some Men Are Furious.

Asia-Pacific World Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:16:57 GMT High confidence — 76/100

Shoko Kawata is the first mayor to take maternity leave in Japan’s history.
Her decision has prompted debate about gender discrimination in the work force.

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Shoko Kawata is the first mayor to take maternity leave in Japan’s history.
Her decision has prompted debate about gender discrimination in the work force.

Sources: NYT World