This article explores the percentage of mothers who work full time in Japan and the factors that contribute to this trend. It also discusses the impact of part-time employment on Japanese working mothers, government initiatives aimed at increasing full-time employment for Japanese mothers, and the challenges faced by these working mothers. Despite some progress made through government initiatives, traditional gender roles and a lack of affordable childcare options still make it difficult for many women to find well-paying jobs that would enable them to support their families while also caring for their children on a full-time basis.