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13 Oct 2024

Japan’s #MeToo moment – where power, police and politics collide

Data Correspondent and Presenter

When Shiori Ito went public with accusations of rape against a powerful media personality seven years ago, it started a long campaign for justice that saw her become the face of the MeToo movement in Japan.

But it also sparked a vicious hate campaign against her. She’s now turned her story into an award-winning film.

Warning – flashing images.