LGBTQ+ Japan’s same-sex couples find growing support among big business Employers are backing marriage reform and right for women to use their maiden names iStock.com/y-studio Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Wednesday 09 April 2025 Growing public support for marriage equality in Japan is pushing more employers to recognise same-sex partnerships or risk losing out on much needed talent. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... LGBTQ+ Japanese court rejects claim for same-sex spousal benefits Disputes Ban on trans woman’s toilet access illegal, Japan’s top court rules Family leave Greater burden falls to Japan’s firms to boost population growth Pensions Japan to stagger part-time workers’ pension scheme enrolment