Japan’s top court says trans surgery requirement is unconstitutional

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1. That means the LDP leadership will have to think about the ruling for 10 years before deciding whether or not to change the law.

2. More on this subject from other reputable sources:

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   – Nikkei Asia (B): [Japan’s top court says trans sterilization law is unconstitutional](https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Gender/Japan-s-top-court-says-trans-sterilization-law-is-unconstitutional)
   – Japan Times (A-): [Supreme Court hands down landmark decision on transgender rights](https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/10/25/japan/crime-legal/transgender-supreme-court-ruling/)
   – NDTV News – India (D): [Japan's Top Court To Rule On Surgery Requirement For Gender Change Today](https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/japans-top-court-to-rule-on-surgery-requirement-for-gender-change-today-4510885)
   – Asahi Shimbun (B): [LGBTQ+ hopes high as top court to rule on trans surgery law | The Asahi Shimbun: Breaking News, Japan News and Analysis](https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15037884)

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3. Good news❤️🏳️‍⚧️