Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan’s first female prime minister, with the 64-year-old set to take the helm of the long-dominant Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).

In a nation with a low ranking on global gender equality, a woman rising to one of the top leadership positions may appear promising, yet many observers remain apprehensive.

According to local media reports, Takaichi has vowed to enhance female participation in the Tokyo cabinet. The 64-year-old is ultra-conservative, with her views and positions chiming more with men than women.

As per an Associated Press report, female lawmakers in the LDP, often assigned minor ministerial positions, are frequently marginalised when pushing for diversity and gender equality.

Women make up only about 15% of the lower house, the more powe

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