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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
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47% of House of Representatives Winners Oppose Optional Separate Surnames, Backing Reverses: Asahi-UTokyo Survey
A recent survey shows that 47% of the House of Representatives winners oppose the introduction of optional separate surnames, surpassing the 30% who support it, marking a notable shift in public opinion since the last election.
Feb 12 • 21:00 UTC
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Japan
Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local
Optional Separate Surnames for Couples: Prime Minister Takaichi Shifts to Legislation for 'Common Use'
The momentum for introducing an optional separate surname system for couples has waned as Prime Minister Takaichi's administration moves towards legalizing the use of maiden names as 'common use' while maintaining the current system of shared surnames.
Feb 2 • 12:22 UTC