Japan's initiative to provide women-only carriages has reached a notable 25-year mark, having been launched in 1996.
This program aims to improve the safety and comfort of female passengers, particularly during peak travel times.
As the country reflects on this milestone, the ongoing relevance of such measures in public transport continues to be a topic of discussion.
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Update at 10:00 UTC on 2026-06-26
South China Morning Post reported Japan’s women-only carriages turn 25.
Sources: South China Morning Post