Abortion, The Eugenic Protection Law, And Women's Reproductive Rights In Japan

Authors

  • Miho Ogino Kyoto Bunkyo University

Abstract

A historical overview of abortion rights in Japan since the 1930s, this article chronicles women's struggles for autonomy and reproductive control in a society willing to promote abortion for eugenic and pro-family values.

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Published

1996-10-01