A mayor in Japan announced her maternity leave - and got the whole country talking

BBC Health Extra Thursday 02 July 2026, 22:00 UTC 1 min read

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In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.

Japan (LOCATION) Shoko Kawata (PERSON)

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