"Japan's civil code specifies that a husband and wife must have the same family name. Couples are free to choose which surname to take when they marry, but in just under 95% of cases, it is the woman who has to adapt."
"Although the government allows birth names to appear alongside married ones on passports, driving licences and other documents, Japan remains the only country in the world that requires spouses to use the same name."
In Japan, a law mandates that married couples must share a surname, typically resulting in women adopting their husband's name. This has prompted events where individuals with the same surname can meet and connect, circumventing the legal restrictions. Participants enjoy socializing over drinks and snacks while sharing their experiences. The events aim to highlight the challenges of the naming convention in a male-dominated society, where many women continue to use their maiden names in professional settings despite legal requirements.
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