Mayor Kazuki Tanabe of Koga City, Fukuoka Prefecture, announced that the city is considering allowing same-sex couples to be listed as “husband” or “wife” on resident certificates. Following similar moves by Omura City, Nagasaki, and Kanuma City, Tochigi, Koga City aims to support sexual minorities and common-law partnerships through its “Koga City Partnership Oath System” and “Familyship Oath System.” Mayor Tanabe emphasized the need for national legislation on same-sex marriage and highlighted ongoing reviews of potential impacts on public and private procedures. Source: Mayor Kazuki Tanabe official X / NHK
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