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A groundbreaking study of homeless women in Japan, challenging stereotypes and giving voice to their unique experiences.

Since the 1990s, homelessness has been a recognized issue in Japan. However, the dominant image is that of an unemployed male laborer, largely excluding the experiences of women. This study challenges that model, giving voice to the homeless women of Japan. Based on extensive fieldwork, the author vividly portrays the diverse environments and unique challenges these women face. By introducing a gender perspective and questioning the idea of the homeless individual as a rational, autonomous subject, this book invites a critical reconsideration of both homeless studies and public policy.

This book is for academics, social workers, and anyone interested in Japanese society, gender studies, and social inequality. It offers: