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Japan: Last High Court ruling a damaging 'step backwards' on same-sex marriage
The court’s decision today marks a significant step backwards for marriage equality in Japan.

28 Nov 2025 Press release
Japan: Execution is latest ‘callous attack on the right to life’
'The execution of Takahiro Shiraishi is the latest callous attack on the right to life in Japan and a major setback for the country’s human rights record' - Chiara Sangiorgio

27 Jun 2025 Press release
Japan: Acquittal of man after more than 45 years on death row highlights ‘irreversible harm’ of death penalty
In 2023, 107 of the 115 people on death row had their death sentences finalised putting them at risk of execution

26 Sep 2024 Press release
Japan: Courts’ groundbreaking same-sex marriage rulings a victory for LGBTI rights
Sapporo and Tokyo courts rule Government’s ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional

14 Mar 2024 Press release
Japan: Court makes 'landmark decision' ruling surgery not required for legal gender change
The court’s ruling is an important step forward, but the fight for LGBTI rights in Japan remains an uphill battle.

25 Oct 2023 Press release
Japan: Government attempting to increase detention of asylum-seekers in ‘prison-like’ conditions
Repressive new bill would allow indefinite detention for irregular migrants and people seeking asylum

14 Mar 2023 Press release