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Japanese Mayor Shoko Kawata Announces Maternity Leave

Shoko Kawata, a 35-year-old mayor in Japan, has announced her maternity leave, prompting widespread conversation across the country. She stated her pride in taking this time off to have a baby, despite receiving criticism.

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Shoko Kawata, a 35-year-old mayor in Japan, has announced her maternity leave, prompting widespread conversation across the country. She stated her pride in taking this time off to have a baby, despite receiving criticism.

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

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Japanese Mayor Shoko Kawata Announces Maternity Leave