Recognition of same-sex unions in Japan

Japan does not recognize same-sex marriages and civil unions. It is the only country in the G7 that does not legally recognize same-sex unions in any form. Several municipalities and prefectures of Japan issue symbolic same-sex "partnership certificates" which provide some benefits but do not offer any legal recognition. Most polls conducted since 2013 have found that a majority of Japanese people support the legalization of same-sex marriage or partnerships, and a 2018 poll found it supported by an overwhelming majority of those under age 60.

Recognition of same-sex unions in Japan

Japan does not recognize same-sex marriages and civil unions. It is the only country in the G7 that does not legally recognize same-sex unions in any form. Several municipalities and prefectures of Japan issue symbolic same-sex "partnership certificates" which provide some benefits but do not offer any legal recognition. Most polls conducted since 2013 have found that a majority of Japanese people support the legalization of same-sex marriage or partnerships, and a 2018 poll found it supported by an overwhelming majority of those under age 60.