Some Japanese businesses said glasses-wearing shop assistants gave a "cold impression", image via Getty Images
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Japanese firms ban female employees from wearing glasses

A number of businesses in Japan have banned their female employees from wearing glasses. This has caused a large amount of controversy on social media and has led to discussions regarding the sexist dress code policies that exist in the country. Many are complaining that these companies only value women for their appearance and femininity.

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Sat Nov 09 - BBC

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