Why Japan's Women Problem Is So Hard to Fix

The video discusses Japan's womenomics initiative led by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, aiming to increase female participation in the workforce and leadership roles. Despite some progress, cultural barriers and a deep-rooted expectation for women to be primary caregivers hinder significant change. Japan faces a high gender pay gap and low female political representation. Abe's cabinet and managerial positions in companies still lack female presence. Some suggest legally binding quotas to drive real change, potentially boosting Japan's GDP by $550 billion.

What is the primary goal of 'womenomics' as introduced by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe?

• To increase the number of men in caregiving roles

• To increase the number of women in the workforce and leadership roles

• To reduce the working hours for all employees

• To promote gender equality in education

What is one of the major cultural challenges faced by women in Japan's workforce?

• Lack of educational opportunities

• Limited access to technology

• High taxation on women's income

• Expectation to be primary caregivers

How does Japan's gender pay gap compare to other developed OECD countries?

• It is the lowest among OECD countries

• It is the third highest among OECD countries

• It is not measured in Japan

• It is the same as the average OECD country

What percentage of managerial positions in Japan are held by women compared to the US?

• 4% in Japan and 17% in the US

• 10% in Japan and 20% in the US

• 15% in Japan and 25% in the US

• 20% in Japan and 30% in the US

What economic benefit could gender parity potentially bring to Japan's GDP?

• $100 billion

• $550 billion

• $250 billion

• $750 billion