POLITICS
Anti-LGBT Politician Sugita Mio Assigned to Kishida Cabinet; Criticism Abounds
Sugita Mio is widely known for her controversial statements regarding LGBT, diversity and women's rights. Now the new member of the ruling…
marriage equality
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POLITICS
In Japan, Anger at Anti-LGBT Booklet Circulated at Ruling LDP Conference
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party courted controversy when it circulated an anti-LGBT tract at a recent pre-election conference.
LGBTQ
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.
LGBTQ
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.
LGBTQ
Japan’s Buddhist World Slowly Opens Up to LGBT+ Citizens
Japan's conservative Buddhist community hasn't always been accepting of sexual minorities - but things are changing for the better.
LGBTQ
In Japan, The Surge for Marriage Equality Builds
An uptick in public support has LGBT couples in Japan on the offensive, as a new series of lawsuits aims to turn…