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Japan’s Surname Law Poses Major Challenges for Female Scientists

Japan requires name change after marriage

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The Researcher Daily
Jul 06, 2025
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Japan remains the only country in the world that legally requires married couples to adopt the same family name — a rule that’s creating significant obstacles for scientists, especially women.

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