Japan's government makes tackling its falling birth rate a top priority, but with few women involved in official debate on the issue, some are making themselves heard on social media.
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has vowed policies including financial aid for families, easier childcare access and more parental leave.
Ayako is outspoken online but said she finds herself "shunned" when she speaks about gender-related issues in real life, and preferred not to give her surname."I feel like women receive so much criticism just for expressing their opinions.
Some point to economics, arguing the country's long-stagnant growth discourages couples from having babies.
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