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TOKYO (AP) — A Japanese high court on Friday ruled that Japan's refusal to legally recognize same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, the latest victory for same-sex couples and their supporters ...

A Japanese High Court on Friday ruled that Japan's refusal to legally recognise same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, in a victory for same-sex couples and their supporters seeking equal rights.

TOKYO — A Japanese high court on Friday ruled that Japan’s refusal to legally recognize same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, the latest victory for same-sex couples and their supporters ...

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