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Daniel Fowler
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Which Japan Visa Options Apply to Same-Sex Couples?
People often search for a ‘same-sex partner visa’ for Japan, but Japan does not offer one standard visa under that name. The possible route may...
Best Lesbian Dating Apps in Japan: Which App Fits Your Language and Goals?
There is no single lesbian dating app that is best for everyone in Japan. A Japanese-speaking resident looking for community may want something different from...
LGBTQ+ Japanese Celebrities to Know, From Pioneers to Today
Japan’s entertainment industry includes LGBTQ+ singers, actors, television personalities, and so much more. This guide introduces a curated group of LGBTQ+ Japanese celebrities, from postwar...
What Is a Fudanshi? Meaning, Origin, and Its Place in BL Fandom
A fudanshi (腐男子, ふだんし) is a Japanese term commonly used for a male fan of Boys’ Love (BL) media or imagined male-male fictional pairings. BL...
What Did Wakashū Mean in Edo Japan?
Wakashū (若衆) was a historical Japanese term for a male youth in the stage between childhood and adulthood, especially in Tokugawa or Edo-period Japan. Hairstyle,...
Toyama to Hold Its First Pride March on 21 September 2026
Toyama Prefecture will hold its first Pride march on 21 September 2026, bringing together LGBTQ+ people, allies, and supporters. Organised by the Toyama Pride March...
What Does “Newhalf” Mean in Japan?
Newhalf (ニューハーフ, nyūhāfu) is a Japanese slang term that has historically been used as a broad label for people assigned male at birth who express...
Japan Calls Unwanted Conversion Therapy “Undesirable” but Has No Plans to Ban It
The Japanese government’s recent statement on conversion therapy has drawn attention for putting its position on the public record while also exposing the limits of...
Going to the Gym as a Trans Person in Japan: IDs, Changing Rooms, and Gym Options
Trans people can join and use gyms in Japan. The hard part is usually not whether a trans person is allowed to exercise, but about...
Is Japan LGBTQ Friendly? What LGBTQ Travelers Can Expect
Japan is generally a safe and comfortable destination for LGBTQ travelers. Most visitors experience little direct hostility or discrimination, especially in major tourist destinations. However,...