Women Under Occupation Sexual Violence Sex Trafficking Intimate Japan

by Kazuko Hirai

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Women Under Occupation Sexual Violence Sex Trafficking Intimate Japan Key Features ✔ This important scholarly work examines the history of sexual violence, sex trafficking, and intimate relationships involving Japanese women during and after the occupation period in Japan and Manchuria. Based on extensive research, testimonies, and historical documents, the book sheds light on how state and community efforts created "sexual buffers" that conscripted many Japanese women into sexual service during the occupation. It explores the structural and societal aspects of gender and sexuality, revealing the lived experiences of women who endured violence and exploitation, often silenced in postwar narratives. ✔ The book covers various topics, including the formation of "sexual entertainment" policies, the experiences of women during repatriation from Manchuria, the role of "comfort women," and the impact of military and societal expectations on women’s lives. It also discusses the phenomenon of "panchan" (sex workers serving U.S. soldiers), the perspectives of young girls, and the experiences of returning soldiers, providing a comprehensive view of gender dynamics during this turbulent period. ✔ Key features include detailed historical analysis, personal testimonies, and critical insights into gender-based violence and societal complicity during Japan’s postwar occupation. ✔Item Specifics: ✔ C:Brand: Hirai Kazuko ✔ C:Title: Women Under Occupation Sexual Violence Sex Trafficking Intimate

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• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine

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