Women of Asian background in the United States: Chinese, Japanese, Indian, etc.

America forced Japanese who were American residents and citizens into relocation camps during World War II. Here are some thoughts on the gender issues related to these camps.

Notable and ordinary women in Japanese history.

During World War II, comfort women served the Japanese military sexually. While the Japanese government disclaims responsibility, many or most of the women were forced into this service.

Japanese woman writer who wrote The Tale of Genji - Genji monogatari - in the eleventh century C.E.

Women and war in Asia: women warriors, women sexual slaves, women in the military.

Articles on the role of sexuality and sex in women's history.

History of Women in Individual Sports -- Auto racing, boxing, golf, gymnastics, martial arts, skating and tennis.

US House Asks Japanese Government Apology for World War II Sex Slavery

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