"A Japanese rickshaw, a symbol of humanity, becomes the feet of all people, just like any other." Kaneko Fumiko, whose 100th death anniversary will be on July 23rd, composed this tanka (short poem) while in prison. It was a sharp critique of Taisho-era Japanese society, which was entrenched in class and discrimination.▼Born in Yokohama, abandoned by her parents, she endured great hardship.
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"A Japanese rickshaw, a symbol of humanity, becomes the feet of all people, just like any other." Kaneko Fumiko, whose 100th death anniversary will be on July 23rd, composed this tanka (short poem) while in prison. It was a sharp critique of Taisho-era Japanese society, which was entrenched in class and discrimination.▼Born in Yokohama, abandoned by her parents, she endured great hardship.