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The woman who broke the silence on rape in Japan

In 2017, Shiori Ito shocked Japan when she publicly alleged a high-profile journalist raped her. In speaking out, she became both a target for abuse, and a beacon of hope for survivors in a country with antiquated rape laws.

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By SBS Dateline, Miyuki Roberts

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