# @nextshark on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2024-03-19T00:04:08.000+00:00
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Sapporo High Court in Tokyo made a landmark ruling on Thursday, deeming the denial of same-sex marriage as a violation of the fundamental rights of LGBTQ+ couples.⁠
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Current civil union law defines marriage as between a man and a woman. While a significant step forward, the ruling requires legislative action as it does not compel government offices to recognize same-sex unions unless laws are amended. Recent polls show increased public support for same-sex marriage, but the government has so far resisted change.⁠
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