Yoshie Tomozumi Nakamura - Japanese Women in Leadership

Headed by leading Human Resource scholars, this new series taps into some of the hottest topics in business gender, leadership and globalization to explore the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Asian women in their quest to achieve success in regions which are traditionally resistant to womens career advancement.

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This book broadens the readers horizons regarding the initiatives and progress of how the gender gap exists in Japan and how it can be reduced as a result of Womenomics/Abenomics policy. The chapters provide eye-opening views and insightful information regarding the historical background, cultural assumptions, evolution of gender roles in leadership across industries in Japan, barriers and challenges of the two-career track employment system for women, the employment-led initiatives and private partnerships between business and academic communities as well as in the political arena to increase womens participation. In this thought-provoking book, readers will find collaborative efforts and case studies of gender disparities and gap-closing strategies from many sectors. This book is a gift of wisdom and a valuable contribution.

Oranuch Pruetipibultham (Ph.D.), Associate Professor at the National Institute of Development Administration, Thailand, and (woman) owner of real-estate businesses in the south of Thailand

This book offers essential insights and a comprehensive reading on the evolution and transformation of Japanese women leaders from modern history to the present. It is a timely reminder and critical analysis of gender diversity and provides inclusive growth strategies delivering invaluable lessons for a pathway to a more sustainable future.

Mariko Gakiya, Ph.D., Former Advisory Board Member of Harvard University Graduate School of Public Health, Sustainability and Health Initiative for NetPositive Enterprise (SHINE), Global Chair, Harvard University Graduate School of Education Project ZERO, International Council Advisory Board, Asia University for Women Bangladesh, and Executive boards and Advisory Members of several organizations, international development organizations, foundations, think tanks, higher education institutions, and corporations including Boston Global Forum International Womens Wellness Foundations New York

The challenge of womens leadership is strongly linked to the family and culture which were derived from the accumulation of the countrys history. This is an area that cannot be overcome even if only companies do their best. That is why it is important to study, and it will be necessary to delve into the culture and compare it. This is a huge challenge and a hard nut to crack. It will only be possible to really break through it by actively learning and having the will to change. This book challenges that area. If you are thinking about proactive development of womens leaders in your company, it is worth reading.

Takehiko Furuya, Director and Senior Executive Operating Officer, Matsuya Co., Ltd