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How an outdated Japanese law and no same-sex marriage rights denied one transgender parent legal guardianship of her own biological child.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

The Fish with One Sleeve: A Short Film on a Japanese Trans Experience

The Fish With One Sleeve, by director Tsuyoshi Shoji, is a film about a Japanese trans woman returning to her hometown to see old friends.

Tokyo to Launch LGBT Partnership System in 2022

In what could be a major advance for LGBT rights in Japan, Tokyo will soon support full partnership benefits for same-sex couples.

New Uniqlo Commercial Featuring LGBTQ+ Couple Receives Positive Response

The Uniqlo commercial has been praised for its unambiguous and realistic portrayal of an LGBTQ+ couple

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