Official records from the Japanese National Diet

Second High Court Rules Japan's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional

Oct 30, 2024, 07:01 AM

The Tokyo High Court has ruled that Japan's ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, marking a significant step towards marriage equality in the country. This decision follows a similar ruling by the Sapporo High Court, making it the second high court to reinforce the stance that the current legal system violates the constitutional right to equality. The court's judgment calls for the government to address the issue and amend the Civil Code and other related regulations. The ruling has been hailed as historical by the plaintiffs, offering renewed hope to same-sex couples across Japan.