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Watered-Down LGBTQ ‘Understanding’ Bill Shows How Far Japan’s Parliament Is Out of Step With Its Society – And History

The Conversation

The resistance of national politicians to establish legal protections for sexual minorities is out of step with Japan’s long and widely acknowledged history of diverse sexual cultures.

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The Importance of Pride: Supporting LGBTQ Rights in Asia

The Interpreter

The recent Sydney WorldPride was a milestone moment in connecting a regional and global movement. However, the growing LGBTQ collective movements in Asia, do not guarantee proportionate or linear improvements in the lives of LGBTQ people in the region.

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The Problem With Section 377A

Kirsten Han

It’s good that Section 377A of the Penal Code, which criminalizes sex between men, is being repealed. But what has been won should should not be mistaken as an act of progressive change by the ruling party.

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A Bittersweet Victory on Same Sex Marriage in Japan

Hideki Sunagawa, Ph.D.

The landmark ruling is a symbolic victory for the Japanese LGBTQ community. I wish my friend, Ikuo Sato, was here to share it and continue the struggle.

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Reshaping Queer Culture: Meet Taiwan’s First Drag Kings

Darice D. Chang

As Taiwan’s drag queen scene flourishes, propelled by the global success of Drag Race, the king scene is growing as well, providing much needed space and platform for lesbians and AFAB-people.

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Taking Taiwan's Progress to the Global Stage

Jay Lin

Organizations in other Asian countries are looking to Taiwan to show the way forward for LGBT rights.

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The Origins of 'Queer Asia': The First International LGBTQ Docuseries in Asia

Jay Lin

'Queer Asia' features the proud, vibrant LGBTQ communities of Hong Kong, Japan, the Philippines & Vietnam.

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