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There is little one woman can do. But when I work as part of an organization like the Self-Defense Forces, I can help make a great contribution in a crisis.

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Mizuho Shigemura, 25, on why she became a Self-Defense Force reservist. (Yomiuri Shimbun)

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More power to her and we have to ask ourselves why female military participation is so dangerously low.

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Great attitude! Hope she gets recognized by her superiors.

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To the contrary, Mizuho, there is a lot one woman can do. And you're doing it. A fine example of a young Japanese woman. I hope others follow in your footsteps.

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A strong person.

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