Japanese lawmaker’s misogynistic remarks spark controversy: ‘Remove uterus after women turn 30’
Naoki Hyakuta, leader of Japan’s Conservative Party, faced backlash for suggesting extreme measures to address Japan’s declining birth rate. His proposals, including forced hysterectomies for women over 30 and restrictions on education and marriage, sparked outrage and were condemned as misogynistic. Hyakuta later apologized, claiming his comments were hypothetical and intended to provoke discussion.