19 Facts About Hani Motoko

Hani Motoko is considered to be Japan's first female journalist.

Hani Motoko was educated at Tokyo First Higher Women's School and then at the Meiji Women's Christian School.

Hani Motoko joined Hochi Shinbun in 1897, working first as a copy editor and later becoming a reporter.

Hani Motoko wrote an autobiography in 1928 titled Speaking of Myself.

Hani Motoko was born on September 8,1873, in Aomori Prefecture, the year after Japan's modern public school system was established.

Hani Motoko was raised by her grandfather, Matsuoka Tadataka, who was a former samurai and her father.

Hani Motoko was close to her father, but her father became estranged after her parents divorced.

Hani Motoko was part of a new generation of girls who were allowed to pursue an education beyond basic schooling.

Hani Motoko struggled to get along with her classmates and she failed to act appropriately under moral convictions.

Christian Schools began to open their doors to women and Hani Motoko was able to attend the Meiji Girls' School.

Hani Motoko withdrew from the Meiji Women's School in 1892.

Hani Motoko took initiative on the story, despite not being assigned to it.

Hani Motoko interviewed the wife of Viscount Tani Kanjo, Lady Tani, and her article was an instant success.

Hani Motoko became Japan's first female journalist in 1897 at the age of 24.

Hani Motoko argued that women were equal to men in the domestic sphere.

Hani Motoko's work emphasized Christian ideals, independence, self-esteem, and personal freedom.

Hani Motoko used the Western world as a frame of reference.

Hani Motoko married in 1892, but the marriage was short lived.

Hani Motoko wrote an autobiography in 1928 titled Speaking of Myself.