members toward this issue may be the prevalence of men in positions of power who lack experience using high heels. While Japanese business culture is also rigid about men's clothing and puts pressure on male workers to dress in specific ways, this does not cause them physical pain and injury. In June 2019, Ishikawa organized an event in Tokyo where men tried on high-heeled shoes and attempted to walk in them, allowing them to experience firsthand the pain and discomfort that such shoes cause many women. In addition to the strict expectations around professional footwear for women, many companies are now requiring women to not wear glasses because it gives off a "cold impression". This dress code provision reinforces the #KuToo movement’s perspective that strict professional dress codes for women exist as a discriminatory practice. Ishikawa also spoke out against the discriminatory nature of these new professional dress codes. Women in Japan are speaking out using the hashtag "glasses are forbidden" on social media, with many asking officials to take a second looks at the rules. Ishikawa has since expanded the movement from shoes to a broader spectrum of women's rights issues in Japan. Ishikawa often speaks out against social inequalities in Japan, such as slut-shaming culture and the societal expectations of women to remain silent, noting how this prevents them from speaking out against injustice. In her newly released book, Ishikawa writes about how being angry makes someone appear unlikable and hysteric. Japanese culture frowns upon the outward expression of emotion. Ishikawa expresses how good it feels to go against this expectation and be angry. Health concerns Women using the #KuToo tag have compared wearing high heels to foot binding. Many women work long hours on their feet and/or in uncomfortable positions. This can lead to foot pain and conditions such blisters and bunions that interfere with work and well-being. High heel shoes pose many physical risks aside from blistering and bleeding. Regular use has been associated with increased rates of first person injury and musculoskeletal pain. High heel shoes can create lasting negative effects when worn in constant use above two inches, like the women in Japan are expected to wear. Regular wear can cause lower back, hip, and knee issues, which can lead to osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage between bones wears away such that the bones start to grind together with movement. Regular wear can