The calls for enacting a law to facilitate understanding of the LGBT community have been growing recently in Japan.
Japan remains the only country in the G-7 that does not legally recognize same-sex marriage .
Many LDP members have opposed the concept, while cherishing traditional family values such as the role of women in giving birth and raising children.
And many Conservatives in Japan have also opposed same-sex marriage,
because this system may influence the traditional structure of family life in the nation.
Although Kishida has emphasized the importance of diversity and inclusive society,
Kishida has adopted a cautious attitude toward recognizing same-sex marriage.
He said
“ It is a matter that could change people's views on family, sense of values and society."
The recent Kyodo News survey shows
64 percent of respondents believe the system should be recognized, while 24.9 percent are not in favor.
I am amazed at the results of this survey and I myself still can't make up my mind.
But the general public has apparently become more tolerant of same-sex marriage.
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