Japan LGBT rights

Polls consistently show a majority of Japanese favor same-sex marriage – but not enough to apply political pressure. Opponents, however, are vocal. 

Japan, as this year's G-7 host, has been under pressure to bring its LGBTQ policy framework into line with the world's other liberal democracies.

Despite efforts at the local level, LGBTQ rights won’t move forward much unless the LDP can find the political will to make it happen. 

The Japanese government’s handling of homophobic comments by a top aide is under intense scrutiny as it seeks to revive a formally shelved LGBTQ bill.

A ruling by the Osaka district court reflects the same outdated rhetoric as the conservative government.

Japan’s LGBTQ+ community rejoices after a court ruling backs the right to same-sex marriage.  

In addition to issues like constitutional reform, social questions like disabled and LGBT rights are also in the spotlight.

An outdated, abusive law is upheld, yet undeniable doubts were raised.

Same sex couples leveraged Valentine’s Day to pursue marriage equality in Japan.