Japan's first female leader wrestles with sumo's ban on women

The country’s top leaders often present trophies to champions of the national sport. But like other women, Prime Minister ...

Japan's 'muscle girls' look to crush norms of willowy beauty

A dozen women in sports bras and tight shorts stood behind a U-shaped counter at an underground bar in a busy Tokyo neighbourhood, chiselled frames on full display as they crushed grapefruit in unison ...

Former Morning Musume Icon Maki Goto on How She Stayed Grounded Through a Whirlwind Career: Billboard Japan Women in Music Interview

This installment features Maki Goto, who marks the 25th anniversary of her debut this year. The singer joined Morning Musume at just 13.

Japan's first female leader faces a taboo over entering the male-only sumo ring

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has broken the glass ceiling to become Japan's first female leader. She may soon face a decision on whether to break the barrier preventing women from ...