The recent House of Representatives election has been on everyone’s minds in Japan this month. Marriage For All, a nonprofit that advocates for the freedom to marry, has been actively promoting LGBTQ rights and political engagement. We thought...
“The Boyfriend,” Japan’s first same-sex romance reality series was released in July and has already attracted a large audience. Located by the ocean, nine young men lived together in the beach house for a month, where they learned romance and...
Detailed and refined stitches, and beautiful patterns that that evoke the seasons…Kimono, a Japanese traditional clothes, has captured the interest of not only Japanese locals but also foreign tourists. The business of kimono rental has existed...
As the weather turns colder, it’s the perfect season to unwind and enjoy a movie at home. Here are some recommended movies and an anime series that depict LGBTQ people living with joy despite challenges in life. Although some are so heavy that...
In today’s world where compassion needs to meet innovation, a Japanese company pioneers a digital map to support LGBTQ+ individuals seeking healthcare solace. Novartis Pharma launched the “Ally Map” in September, introducing...
As I wrote before in my previous column, the manga “One Piece” written by Eiichiro Oda covers various social issues as though it is a microcosm of the real world. While One Piece has consistently held the top spot in both the manga and anime fields...
Non-profit organization Colorful Change Lab has launch a volunteer service this month that offers free sign language interpretation for individuals who identify as both LGBTQ and deaf or hard of hearing. The service aims to address the unique...
On November 18, JobRainbow Inc. will host the “JobRainbow Shigoto EXPO 2023” at Shinjuku LUMINE 0. This will be Japan’s most extensive joint recruitment event focused on diversity and inclusion, with an estimated participation of around...
A groundbreaking all-gender restroom was removed from Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, an entertainment complex in Shinjuku, Tokyo, in July 2023, only four months after the opening, in the wake of criticism. Has Tokyo moved one step away from queer urbanism...
More couples are forgoing the traditional customs The Japanese wedding ceremonies and reception parties have had numerous elements reflecting gender roles and expectations for centuries, and they still do. For years and years, brides have been...