Cultural and Social Changes in Japan

What major change in gender roles occurred as a result of post-war social reforms in Japan?

• Women gained the right to vote and more rights in marriage and ownership

• Women were prohibited from participating in the workforce

• The government reinforced traditional patriarchal family structure

• Women were encouraged to focus solely on household duties and child-rearing

To alleviate the declining number of caregivers, how has the Japanese government reacted?

• By offering substantial increases in wages to nurses and caregivers

• By upgrading their facilities and making their jobs easier

• By hiring caregivers from other asian countries

• The Japanese government has not done anything to help

How did the dissolution of the traditional 家 (family) system after the war affect Japanese society?

• The legal system reinforced the authority of male family heads

• Families became more centered around extended kinship groups

• The head of the family retained control over family members’ decisions

• Family members gained greater personal freedom and individual rights

What happened to Japan’s birth rates in the decades following World War II?

• Birth rates increased due to government support for large families

• Birth rates remained stable and showed no major changes over time

• Birth rates dropped significantly, leading to an aging population

• Birth rates declined early on but rose again during the 1960s baby boom

What was one effect of post-war urbanization in Japan?

• Rural communities grew more isolated and self-sufficient

• Traditional rural customs and practices were strengthened

• Agricultural work remained the primary occupation

• The middle class expanded rapidly in cities for jobs

How much of the Japanese workforce do Immigrants represent (as of 2017)?

• About 2%

• About 5%

• About 7%

• About 15%

What does the phenomenon Hikikomori describe in Japanese society?

• Young people who withdraw into social isolation for extended periods

• A trend toward sustainable living in rural areas

• A modern form of pilgrimage to temples

• A community dedicated to eco-friendly construction