Shiori Itō

  • Shiori Ito is a Japanese journalist and filmmaker known for her advocacy against sexual violence.

  • Born in 1989, she gained international attention after publicly accusing a prominent journalist of rape in 2017.

  • Ito's memoir, Black Box, details her experience and the subsequent legal battle, which became a landmark case in Japan.

  • Her work has been instrumental in raising awareness about sexual assault and challenging societal norms in Japan.

  • Ito has received numerous accolades for her activism, including being named one of TIME's 100 most influential people in 2020.

  • She continues to be a vocal advocate for survivors' rights and legal reform in Japan and beyond.

Books by Shiori Itō