Sex Education in Japan

In Japan, just as anywhere else, people meet, build relationships, have children, and raise them. Knowledge about sex is an essential tool for navigating life, but sex education is still a rarity in Japan, and the country falls short of international standards for sex-ed. This series looks at why Japan is so far behind, as well as the ideal age to begin sex education and appropriate content for this educational program. (Photo © Cora/Pixta)