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Japanese Women Lawmakers Petition for More Facilities as Representation Grows

Nearly 60 women lawmakers in Japan, including Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, have submitted a formal petition calling for an increase in women’s restroom facilities within the National Diet building, citing improved female representation in parliament. The cross-party appeal highlights a practical challenge stemming from long-standing infrastructure that no longer reflects…