Japanese startup entrepreneurs report widespread harassment
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Updated · Nikkei Asia · May 5
Japanese startup entrepreneurs report widespread harassment
7 articles · Updated · Nikkei Asia · May 5
An academic survey found 32% had faced harassment, with women in Japan's startup sector far more likely than men to report sexual harassment.
The findings highlight misconduct risks in the country's startup ecosystem and suggest female founders and entrepreneurs face a heavier burden.
The report adds to scrutiny of workplace treatment in Japan, where harassment and gender inequality remain persistent concerns across parts of the economy.
With one-third of founders harassed, are new laws and VC funds enough to protect Japan's innovators?
Does Japan's harassment data signal a crisis, or a culture where victims finally feel empowered to speak out?