Record number of women win seats in Japan election

At least there's some good news to come out of this election

It would have been helpful if the article mentioned the ratio of elected female progressives and moderates to conservatives. At least Mio Sugita of Hyogo was off the ticket this time. She had been the Marjorie Taylor Green of the Lower House. Shincho 45 magazine actually had to shut down after it ran one of her articles bashing LGBTQ+s.

Baby steps, but at least in the right direction.

so it's difficult to find female candidates

This is a key point. I'm certainly not one for quotas to fill positions, but it stands to reason that a lack of female candidates will produce a lack of elected officials. If the amount of female candidates were to increase, those who are promising can at least have a chance to do the job.

In terms of how to get more female candidates, seeing high-profile women is always helpful for others to inspire them. It can be a long process, and Japan is well behind Europe in this regard, but I'm sure we'll gradually see change. (For instance, I've noticed many positive changes in several Japanese companies over the years, in terms of promotions/recognition, parental leave, flexible working, etc.)

Many women also take on care work at home

Some women do actually want to do this and, if so, that's fine. But they should at least have an equal chance as men to do something else if not.

Looking forward for a Lady PM, can't wait till that day.

It is a surprise that Japani women are either not interested or not allowed in politics that much. This "Record number" is just 16%. One thing which I assume is if women are not there in the decision makers (Diet/parliament) equally, they cannot expect enough of concern for them in the governmental decisions.

Years ago, my Japanese friend said she's voting for women because they don't drink, gamble and do things male politicians are criticized for, especially taking bribes. At the time, I thought it was a silly reason, but it does make sense. This may be a generality, and some women do display bad behavior, but I think this time around, voters found more honesty and sincerity in the women candidates.

Excellent job, ladies.