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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Mari Yamaguchi

Japan's Takaichi says chores and makeup add hours to her workday, sparking debate on gender roles

Japan Takaichi - (Rie Kikuchi/Pool AFP via AP)

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ’s comments about the additional work she has to take on as a woman compared to her male predecessors have sparked a debate about gender roles in the country and have put her performance under the spotlight.

On Wednesday, Takaichi said she works longer hours than her male predecessors because she needs to fulfill requirements for women, such as house chores and applying makeup.

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