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Japanese Politician Sugita Mio “Apologizes” for Her Discriminatory LGBTQ+ Remarks

LDP politician Sugita Mio finally apologized for years worth of discriminatory statements towards LGBTQ+ people and minorities. But why now?

6th Grader Interviews LGBTQ+ People, Makes Picture Book for Kids

How a 6th grader's curiosity led her to create a book for kids on LGBTQ+ people - and how Japan's LGBTQ+ education still lags.

Kao Corp. Slammed on Twitter for its National Coming Out Day Jokes

Cosmetics company Kao Corporation used Coming Out Day to crack jokes - but Japan's LGBTQ+ community wasn't laughing.

Tokyo Court Denies Transgender Parent Legal Rights To Own Child

How an outdated Japanese law and no same-sex marriage rights denied one transgender parent legal guardianship of her own biological child.

Pixiv Announces Reforms After Harassment of Transgender Employee

The online art community company announces a series of reforms after a transgender ex-employee accused them of misconduct.

Japanese Star SHELLY Defends Trans People in Abortion Remarks

A Japanese talent defends her use of transgender-inclusive language in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.

A Revision to Japan Border Controls Recognizes Same-Sex Partnerships

A statement by Suzuki Takako, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, offers hope to same-sex partners wanting to reunite in Japan.

Tokyo Rainbow Pride Protest Raises Questions About LGBTQ-Friendly Workplace Policies

A certain realization led one Tokyo Rainbow Pride participant to protest, and call attention to one company's much-needed policy updates.

FamilyMart Rainbow Socks Arrive In Continuation Of LGBTQ+ Inclusivity Efforts

Last year, the J-Twitter community went gaga over FamilyMart branded socks. Now, the major convenience store chain is back at it again - and is supporting the LGBT+ community in the process.

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