The LGBTQ+ culture and Japanese society

This thesis discusses the LGBTQ+ people of Japan, how the LGBTQ+ community fits into culture and society, and why the cultural view of this community has changed over the centuries. The current situation for the LGBTQ+ community will be examined, issues with rights such as marriage, adoption, and harassment. Family participation and expectations towards both family and work standard while being a part of the LGBTQ+ community can also be heavily affected by their status. At the same time, the thesis will explore how society views the LGBTQ+ community and how they are depicted on popular media in Japan, i.e., Manga and Anime, and show they are portrayed in those stories versus reality