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Japan's High Court Upholds Same-Sex Marriage Ban

11/28/2025

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On November 28, 2025, the Tokyo High Court upheld Japan's ban on same-sex marriage, ruling it constitutional.
Amnesty International criticized the ruling as a setback for marriage equality, noting Japan is the only G7 nation without legal recognition for same-sex couples.
The cases are now awaiting a decision by the Supreme Court of Japan.
Activists urge the government to legislate marriage equality to protect the rights of same-sex couples.

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On November 28, 2025, the Tokyo High Court upheld Japan's ban on same-sex marriage, ruling it constitutional.
Amnesty International criticized the ruling as a setback for marriage equality, noting Japan is the only G7 nation without legal recognition for same-sex couples.
The cases are now awaiting a decision by the Supreme Court of Japan.
Activists urge the government to legislate marriage equality to protect the rights of same-sex couples.